Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $3 million.
Over the past 12 months, Lake County's residents have collectively paid a total of $33.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $3,061,720 | 2.7 |
| August | $2,980,420 | -1.6 |
| July | $3,029,600 | -4.3 |
| June | $3,165,580 | 14.6 |
| May | $2,762,350 | -1.6 |
| April | $2,807,320 | 63.6 |
| March | $1,715,510 | -27.2 |
| February | $2,355,870 | -27.9 |
| January | $3,268,660 | 11.3 |
| December 2023 | $2,937,040 | 2.6 |
| November 2023 | $2,862,450 | -0.5 |
| October 2023 | $2,876,320 | -8.9 |
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