Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $31,155.
Over the past 12 months, Piatt County's residents have collectively paid a total of $381,439 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $32,575 | 4.6 |
| October 2024 | $31,155 | -6.4 |
| September 2024 | $33,272 | 6.1 |
| August 2024 | $31,353 | -2 |
| July 2024 | $31,984 | -4.6 |
| June 2024 | $33,530 | 4.7 |
| May 2024 | $32,035 | 3.9 |
| April 2024 | $30,830 | 11.9 |
| March 2024 | $27,549 | -5.1 |
| February 2024 | $29,017 | -17.2 |
| January 2024 | $35,031 | 5.8 |
| December 2023 | $33,108 | -3.3 |
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