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 County Share of RTA Sales Tax collection stood at $1.3 million.
Over the past 12 months, McHenry County's residents have collectively paid a total of $14 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 |
---|---|---|
October | $1,194,660 | -6.3 |
September | $1,274,500 | 5.7 |
August | $1,206,220 | -0.4 |
July | $1,211,490 | -4 |
June | $1,262,500 | 11.8 |
May | $1,128,850 | 0.9 |
April | $1,119,040 | 16 |
March | $965,049 | -4.8 |
February | $1,013,570 | -21.2 |
January | $1,286,190 | 8.5 |
December 2022 | $1,185,620 | 3.5 |
November 2022 | $1,145,180 | -0.2 |
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