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 $1.2 million.
Over the past 12 months, McHenry County's residents have collectively paid a total of $14.6 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 | $1,298,020 | 4.1 |
| July | $1,247,120 | -4.4 |
| June | $1,304,620 | 11.6 |
| May | $1,169,490 | -2.7 |
| April | $1,201,510 | 14 |
| March | $1,053,530 | -6 |
| February | $1,120,590 | -18.8 |
| January | $1,380,160 | 12.5 |
| December 2023 | $1,227,110 | 4.5 |
| November 2023 | $1,174,000 | -1.7 |
| October 2023 | $1,194,660 | -6.3 |
| September 2023 | $1,274,500 | 5.7 |
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