Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $5.1 million.
Over the past 12 months, DuPage County's residents have collectively paid a total of $58.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| October | $4,833,820 | -5.5 |
| September | $5,114,200 | 6.3 |
| August | $4,813,280 | -13.4 |
| July | $5,557,030 | 8.4 |
| June | $5,124,260 | 10.5 |
| May | $4,638,430 | -4.6 |
| April | $4,862,180 | 20.4 |
| March | $4,037,940 | -3.8 |
| February | $4,197,720 | -24.1 |
| January | $5,527,910 | 13.8 |
| December 2022 | $4,857,520 | -0.1 |
| November 2022 | $4,864,630 | -3.2 |
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