Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $1.8 million.
Over the past 12 months, Kane County's residents have collectively paid a total of $20.8 million 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $1,796,510 | -0.8 |
| July | $1,811,760 | -5.5 |
| June | $1,916,450 | 12.1 |
| May | $1,709,580 | -0.3 |
| April | $1,714,210 | 14.9 |
| March | $1,492,170 | 3.5 |
| February | $1,441,540 | -25.7 |
| January | $1,940,270 | 12 |
| December 2023 | $1,732,670 | 4.5 |
| November 2023 | $1,658,450 | -3.6 |
| October 2023 | $1,720,680 | -6.6 |
| September 2023 | $1,841,940 | 6.2 |
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