Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $633,927.
Over the past 12 months, Champaign County's residents have collectively paid a total of $7.5 million 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 2023 | $643,682 | 1.5 |
| November 2023 | $633,927 | -2.3 |
| October 2023 | $648,796 | -6.4 |
| September 2023 | $693,276 | 15.8 |
| August 2023 | $598,523 | -2.4 |
| July 2023 | $613,310 | -6.7 |
| June 2023 | $657,158 | 7.1 |
| May 2023 | $613,354 | 0 |
| April 2023 | $613,192 | 10.3 |
| March 2023 | $556,061 | 1.1 |
| February 2023 | $550,235 | -19.4 |
| January 2023 | $682,517 | 6 |
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