Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Metro-East Mass Transit District Vehicle Fee Tax collection stood at $36,716.
Over the past 12 months, St. Clair County's residents have collectively paid a total of $445,285 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 2024 | $35,876 | -2.3 |
| November 2024 | $36,716 | 10.4 |
| October 2024 | $33,265 | -17.4 |
| September 2024 | $40,250 | 5.1 |
| August 2024 | $38,286 | 6.9 |
| July 2024 | $35,811 | -9 |
| June 2024 | $39,335 | 3.7 |
| May 2024 | $37,948 | -14.5 |
| April 2024 | $44,380 | 8.4 |
| March 2024 | $40,925 | 34.9 |
| February 2024 | $30,345 | -5.6 |
| January 2024 | $32,148 | 1.1 |
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