Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $34,069.
Over the past 12 months, Ford County's residents have collectively paid a total of $360,441 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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | $33,139 | -2.7 |
| December 2023 | $34,069 | 3.6 |
| November 2023 | $32,899 | 3.2 |
| October 2023 | $31,889 | 7.9 |
| September 2023 | $29,567 | 7.4 |
| August 2023 | $27,536 | -11 |
| July 2023 | $30,939 | -1.1 |
| June 2023 | $31,274 | 6 |
| May 2023 | $29,491 | 5.9 |
| April 2023 | $27,850 | 14.5 |
| March 2023 | $24,325 | -11.4 |
| February 2023 | $27,463 | -17.5 |
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