Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $4.9 million.
Over the past 12 months, DuPage County's residents have collectively paid a total of $57.9 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 | $4,983,710 | 1.3 |
| August | $4,918,960 | -1.2 |
| July | $4,977,330 | -4.1 |
| June | $5,191,890 | 15.8 |
| May | $4,482,120 | -7.8 |
| April | $4,860,700 | 13.3 |
| March | $4,288,550 | 7.2 |
| February | $4,001,930 | -28.1 |
| January | $5,565,700 | 14.9 |
| December 2023 | $4,845,810 | -1.9 |
| November 2023 | $4,937,320 | 2.1 |
| October 2023 | $4,833,820 | -5.5 |
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