Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Metro-East Mass Transit District Vehicle Fee Tax collection stood at $31,796.
Over the past 12 months, St. Clair County's residents have collectively paid a total of $437,032 in Metro-East Mass Transit District Vehicle Fee Tax.
The Metro-East Mass Transit District Vehicle Fee Tax, a crucial revenue stream, is primarily allocated for other taxing jurisdictions 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 | $32,148 | 1.1 |
| December 2023 | $31,796 | -4.6 |
| November 2023 | $33,324 | -9.9 |
| October 2023 | $37,002 | -4.2 |
| September 2023 | $38,629 | 9.8 |
| August 2023 | $35,175 | -8.9 |
| July 2023 | $38,591 | 6.8 |
| June 2023 | $36,119 | 0.1 |
| May 2023 | $36,097 | -16.3 |
| April 2023 | $43,101 | 8.3 |
| March 2023 | $39,782 | 12.8 |
| February 2023 | $35,268 | 6.8 |
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