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 $437,255.
Over the past 12 months, Kendall County's residents have collectively paid a total of $4.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| July | $424,729 | -2.9 |
| June | $437,255 | 13.9 |
| May | $383,910 | -4.5 |
| April | $401,886 | 18.4 |
| March | $339,298 | -2.8 |
| February | $349,046 | -23.2 |
| January | $454,716 | 12.9 |
| December 2023 | $402,761 | 3.8 |
| November 2023 | $387,980 | 0 |
| October 2023 | $387,825 | -2.4 |
| September 2023 | $397,261 | 0.4 |
| August 2023 | $395,846 | -4.9 |
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