Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $290,387.
Over the past 12 months, Grundy County's residents have collectively paid a total of $3.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $275,124 | -5.3 |
| April | $290,387 | 20 |
| March | $241,977 | -11.3 |
| February | $272,797 | -7.7 |
| January | $295,676 | -0.6 |
| December 2023 | $297,605 | 3.8 |
| November 2023 | $286,772 | 0.4 |
| October 2023 | $285,594 | -2.9 |
| September 2023 | $294,100 | 8.7 |
| August 2023 | $270,542 | -7.4 |
| July 2023 | $292,242 | 5.6 |
| June 2023 | $276,684 | 0.7 |
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