Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
In total, Waukegan residents paid $2.3 million in sales taxes during May.
Waukegan ranked 20th in the Prairie State the month before, with $2.2 million spent in sales taxes.
The Municipal Home Rule Sales Tax accounted for the largest share of sales taxes paid by Waukegan residents in May.
In Illinois, the Municipal Home Rule Sales Tax applies to a broad range of general merchandise. It operates similar to the state sales tax, but excludes certain items like vehicles and specific foods, drugs, and medical appliances that require state agency titling or registration. While this tax can be set in small increments with no maximum limit, it's important to note that not all municipalities choose to implement it. The revenue generated is destined to local services and infrastructure needs.
As of 2021, Illinois was the highest taxed state in the US. A study from Wallet Hub found Illinois taxes were 39.83% higher than 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.
| Type of Tax | Amount Collected in Month | % Change From Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| Municipal Home Rule Sales Tax | $1,132,430 | 1.7 |
| Municipal Sales Tax | $1,119,740 | -1.1 |
| Municipal Automobile Renting Tax | $2,974 | 35.4 |
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