Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Metro-East Transit District Sales Tax collection stood just under $1.2 million.
Over the past 12 months, Madison County's residents have collectively paid a total of $14.4 million in 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.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| March | $1,250,520 | 5.6% |
| February | $1,183,840 | -14.5% |
| January | $1,385,280 | 6.6% |
| December 2024 | $1,299,540 | 1% |
| November 2024 | $1,286,220 | 16.4% |
| October 2024 | $1,105,010 | -6.4% |
| September 2024 | $1,180,390 | 2.9% |
| August 2024 | $1,146,600 | 3.2% |
| July 2024 | $1,111,150 | -3.4% |
| June 2024 | $1,150,270 | <-0.1% |
| May 2024 | $1,150,780 | -3.7% |
| April 2024 | $1,194,890 | 18.7% |
| March 2024 | $1,006,689 | - |
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