Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
In total, residents paid just over $3.6 million in sales taxes during August.
The county ranked 12th in the Prairie State the month before, with just under $3.1 million spent in sales taxes.
The largest share of sales taxes paid by St. Clair County residents in August 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 | $3,070,857 | 1.3% |
| Metro-East Mass Transit District Vehicle Fee Tax | $531,786 | 1,496% |
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