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 $290,634.
Over the past 12 months, DeKalb County's residents have collectively paid a total of $3.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2023 | $287,490 | -1.1 |
| October 2023 | $290,634 | 2.2 |
| September 2023 | $284,300 | 3.4 |
| August 2023 | $274,922 | -4.4 |
| July 2023 | $287,529 | -0.5 |
| June 2023 | $288,949 | 7.6 |
| May 2023 | $268,614 | 0.7 |
| April 2023 | $266,648 | 13.1 |
| March 2023 | $235,707 | -1.6 |
| February 2023 | $239,632 | -26.9 |
| January 2023 | $327,919 | 16.8 |
| December 2022 | $280,845 | -3.6 |
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