St. Clair County taxpayers paid $445,284 in Metro-East Mass Transit District Vehicle Fee Tax in 2024, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous year, when Metro-East Mass Transit District Vehicle Fee Tax collection stood at $437,914.
The Metro-East Mass Transit District Vehicle Fee Tax, a crucial revenue stream, is primarily allocated for other taxing jurisdictions’ use.
A 2025 WalletHub study found that Illinois has the highest overall taxes in the U.S., with rates more than 50% higher than the national average. The study estimates that a median household in Illinois pays an effective tax rate of 16.58%, or about $13,099 per year.
Metro-East Mass Transit District Vehicle Fee Tax Collected in St. Clair County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $445,284 | 1.7% |
| 2023 | $437,914 | 0.8% |
| 2022 | $434,443 | -13% |
| 2021 | $499,256 | 2.4% |
| 2020 | $487,697 | 3.9% |
| 2019 | $469,550 | -3.3% |
| 2018 | $485,712 | – |
