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 County Share of RTA Sales Tax collection stood at $2.2 million.
Over the past 12 months, Kane County's residents have collectively paid a total of $25.7 million in County Share of RTA Sales Tax.
The County Share of RTA Sales Tax, a crucial revenue stream, is primarily allocated for other taxing jurisdictions 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 | $2,232,670 | 1.3 |
| July | $2,204,470 | -6 |
| June | $2,345,250 | 12.5 |
| May | $2,084,770 | -1.5 |
| April | $2,117,430 | 13.7 |
| March | $1,861,620 | 0.9 |
| February | $1,845,180 | -22.4 |
| January | $2,377,320 | 10.5 |
| December 2023 | $2,151,550 | 4.7 |
| November 2023 | $2,054,430 | -2.6 |
| October 2023 | $2,109,370 | -6.9 |
| September 2023 | $2,266,440 | 8.4 |
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