Madison County taxpayers paid the ninth largest sum in sales taxes in May, according to Illinois tax records.
In total, residents paid approximately $4.4 million in sales taxes during May.
The county also ranked ninth in the Prairie State the month before, with just over $4.2 million spent in sales taxes.
The largest share of sales taxes paid by Madison County residents in May came from the Metro-East Transit District Sales Tax.
The Metro-East Transit District Sales 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.
| Type of Tax | Total Amount Collected | % Change From Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| Metro-East Transit District Sales Tax | $1,567,464 | 5.8% |
| Countywide Sales Tax | $1,385,003 | 5.6% |
| County Flood Protection Tax | $1,140,142 | 7.8% |
| County Sales Tax | $343,059 | -4.4% |
