DuPage County taxpayers paid just over $5.7 million in County Share of RTA Sales Tax in March, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, when County Share of RTA Sales Tax collection stood at approximately $5.9 million.
Over the past 12 months, DuPage County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $72.3 million in County Share of RTA Sales Tax.
The County Share of RTA 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 | $5,730,110 | -2.7% |
| February | $5,886,840 | -16.1% |
| January | $7,017,840 | 14.6% |
| December 2024 | $6,125,050 | -2.5% |
| November 2024 | $6,281,870 | 7% |
| October 2024 | $5,870,080 | -0.7% |
| September 2024 | $5,910,450 | -0.5% |
| August 2024 | $5,938,060 | 0.7% |
| July 2024 | $5,899,620 | -3.4% |
| June 2024 | $6,105,090 | 15% |
| May 2024 | $5,310,140 | -14.6% |
| April 2024 | $6,219,240 | 22% |
| March 2024 | $5,099,136 | – |
