Illinois lost jobs across several industries including construction, manufacturing, and professional and business services. The only employment category to see significant growth was leisure and hospitality.

The average income of taxpayers who leave Illinois is $20,000 more than the taxpayers who arrive here.

There are 170,000 fewer people working in Illinois since before the Great Recession.

In February 2017 Illinois surpassed its previous jobs peak from September 2000. However, long-term problems could potentially hamstring further jobs growth if left unaddressed.

The Land of Lincoln lost almost 84,000 residents and over $6.5 billion in taxable income to the seven states without an income tax while Illinois’ 2011 income tax hike was in effect.

Illinois’ weak economic growth and population loss may signal the beginning of a financial death spiral.