Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when County Flood Protection Tax collection stood at $780,846.
Over the past 12 months, Madison County's residents have collectively paid a total of $9.5 million in County Flood Protection Tax.
The County Flood Protection 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 | $799,789 | 2.4% |
| February | $780,846 | -18.8% |
| January | $961,383 | 23% |
| December 2024 | $781,685 | -7.9% |
| November 2024 | $848,721 | 10.2% |
| October 2024 | $769,892 | -0.1% |
| September 2024 | $770,674 | -1.8% |
| August 2024 | $784,722 | 10.7% |
| July 2024 | $708,891 | -9.5% |
| June 2024 | $783,653 | 3.2% |
| May 2024 | $759,392 | -2.6% |
| April 2024 | $779,358 | 18.1% |
| March 2024 | $660,088 | - |
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