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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $5.1 million.
Over the past 12 months, DuPage County's residents have collectively paid a total of $58.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | $5,881,350 | 15.8 |
| December 2024 | $5,077,110 | -4.2 |
| November 2024 | $5,297,080 | 6.3 |
| October 2024 | $4,981,690 | 0 |
| September 2024 | $4,983,710 | 1.3 |
| August 2024 | $4,918,960 | -1.2 |
| July 2024 | $4,977,330 | -4.1 |
| June 2024 | $5,191,890 | 15.8 |
| May 2024 | $4,482,120 | -7.8 |
| April 2024 | $4,860,700 | 13.3 |
| March 2024 | $4,288,550 | 7.2 |
| February 2024 | $4,001,930 | -28.1 |
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