Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $35,031.
Over the past 12 months, Piatt County's residents have collectively paid a total of $382,068 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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $29,017 | -17.2 |
| January | $35,031 | 5.8 |
| December 2023 | $33,108 | -3.3 |
| November 2023 | $34,224 | 4.9 |
| October 2023 | $32,610 | 6 |
| September 2023 | $30,766 | -4.7 |
| August 2023 | $32,276 | 2.7 |
| July 2023 | $31,415 | -0.9 |
| June 2023 | $31,705 | 1.5 |
| May 2023 | $31,249 | -4.2 |
| April 2023 | $32,617 | 16.3 |
| March 2023 | $28,050 | 0.5 |
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