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 $29,365.
Over the past 12 months, Ford County's residents have collectively paid a total of $366,688 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $30,761 | 4.8 |
| August | $29,365 | 0.6 |
| July | $29,193 | -8 |
| June | $31,717 | 9.8 |
| May | $28,893 | -5.7 |
| April | $30,625 | 19.3 |
| March | $25,662 | -9.9 |
| February | $28,476 | -14.1 |
| January | $33,139 | -2.7 |
| December 2023 | $34,069 | 3.6 |
| November 2023 | $32,899 | 3.2 |
| October 2023 | $31,889 | 7.9 |
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