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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $1 million.
Over the past 12 months, McHenry County's residents have collectively paid a total of $11.8 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 | $1,033,790 | 1.5 |
| July | $1,018,130 | -4.7 |
| June | $1,068,150 | 11 |
| May | $962,242 | -1 |
| April | $972,251 | 14 |
| March | $852,613 | -3 |
| February | $878,856 | -21.4 |
| January | $1,118,620 | 13.1 |
| December 2023 | $988,674 | 4.4 |
| November 2023 | $947,214 | -2.2 |
| October 2023 | $968,695 | -5.2 |
| September 2023 | $1,021,690 | 2.8 |
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