Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where County Share of RTA Sales Tax collection stood at $3.5 million.
Over the past 12 months, Lake County's residents have collectively paid a total of $41.1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,842,360 | 10.1 |
| October 2024 | $3,491,030 | -4.8 |
| September 2024 | $3,665,920 | 1.5 |
| August 2024 | $3,612,960 | 0.6 |
| July 2024 | $3,590,220 | -4 |
| June 2024 | $3,738,250 | 13.9 |
| May 2024 | $3,281,370 | -2.2 |
| April 2024 | $3,353,960 | 51 |
| March 2024 | $2,221,300 | -23.9 |
| February 2024 | $2,918,270 | -25.4 |
| January 2024 | $3,911,680 | 11.2 |
| December 2023 | $3,518,460 | 3.3 |
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