Sales tax revenue was up this month in three of the four largest cities in Northwest Arkansas. Only Bentonville reported a drop in collections compared to the same month last year.
Each city collects a 2 percent sales tax. One percent goes into a general fund. The other 1 percent goes toward repayment of bonds. The numbers reported here represent the 1 percent going into general funds.
Sales tax revenue delivered in April reflects February sales tax received in March.
February sales tax collections
| City | February 2012 | February 2013 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville | $1,370,602 | $1,371,829 | +0.09% |
| Springdale | $828,763 | $834,571 | +0.7% |
| Rogers | $969,897 | $1,089,713 | +12.35% |
| Bentonville | $694,382 | $671,902 | -3.24% |
Source: Staff report
