Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $30,766.
Over the past 12 months, Piatt County's residents have collectively paid a total of $379,632 in Countywide Sales Tax.
The Countywide Sales Tax, a crucial revenue stream, is primarily allocated for county governments use.
Despite fluctuations in tax collection, Illinois continues to be one of the highest-taxed states in the U.S. According to a Wallet Hub study from March 2023, the state ranked as having the highest tax burden, approximately 39.83% above the national average.
Illinois governor J. B. Pritzker is accused of adding more than $5.2 billion in new or higher taxes since coming into power in early 2019. As a business owner, he has a fortune of more than $3 billion, largely based on his family's wealth and connections.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| October | $32,610 | 6 |
| September | $30,766 | -4.7 |
| August | $32,276 | 2.7 |
| July | $31,415 | -0.9 |
| June | $31,705 | 1.5 |
| May | $31,249 | -4.2 |
| April | $32,617 | 16.3 |
| March | $28,050 | 0.5 |
| February | $27,923 | -18.1 |
| January | $34,113 | 3 |
| December 2022 | $33,126 | -1.9 |
| November 2022 | $33,782 | 8.9 |
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