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 $582,570.
Over the past 12 months, Champaign County's residents have collectively paid a total of $6.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $621,872 | 6.7 |
| October 2024 | $582,570 | -1.6 |
| September 2024 | $592,002 | 13.4 |
| August 2024 | $521,985 | -0.5 |
| July 2024 | $524,619 | -8.5 |
| June 2024 | $573,521 | 2.5 |
| May 2024 | $559,409 | 2 |
| April 2024 | $548,671 | 10.6 |
| March 2024 | $496,034 | 0 |
| February 2024 | $495,941 | -17.9 |
| January 2024 | $604,362 | 6.6 |
| December 2023 | $566,688 | 2.1 |
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