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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $161,094.
Over the past 12 months, Vermilion County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $176,159 | 9.4 |
| August | $161,094 | -2.6 |
| July | $165,411 | -7 |
| June | $177,890 | 11.2 |
| May | $160,026 | -5.8 |
| April | $169,800 | 16 |
| March | $146,371 | -1.3 |
| February | $148,349 | -20.8 |
| January | $187,246 | 12.8 |
| December 2023 | $166,048 | 3.7 |
| November 2023 | $160,105 | 0.5 |
| October 2023 | $159,316 | -1.2 |
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