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Ford County collects $37,844 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Ford County taxpayers paid $37,844 in Countywide Sales Tax in January, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $31,376.

Over the past 12 months, Ford County's residents have collectively paid a total of $374,687 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.

Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Ford County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
January$37,84420.6
December 2024$31,376-10.6
November 2024$35,087-1.7
October 2024$35,68816
September 2024$30,7614.8
August 2024$29,3650.6
July 2024$29,193-8
June 2024$31,7179.8
May 2024$28,893-5.7
April 2024$30,62519.3
March 2024$25,662-9.9
February 2024$28,476-14.1

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