DuPage County taxpayers paid $19,713 in DuPage Water Commission Sales Tax in February, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when DuPage Water Commission Sales Tax collection stood at $10,711.
Over the past 12 months, DuPage County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $44,449 in DuPage Water Commission Sales Tax.
The DuPage Water Commission 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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $19,713 | 84% |
| January | $10,711 | 271.6% |
| December 2024 | $2,883 | -61.1% |
| November 2024 | $7,401 | 97.8% |
| October 2024 | $3,741 | – |
| September 2024 | $0 | – |
| August 2024 | $0 | – |
| July 2024 | $0 | – |
| June 2024 | $0 | – |
| May 2024 | $0 | – |
| April 2024 | $0 | – |
| March 2024 | $0 | – |
| February 2024 | $0 | – |
