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 Share of RTA Sales Tax collection stood at approximately $6.8 million.
Over the past 12 months, DuPage County's residents have collectively paid a total of $77.7 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 | 
|---|---|---|
| August | $7,060,150 | 3.4% | 
| July | $6,828,320 | -1.2% | 
| June | $6,912,570 | 1.6% | 
| May | $6,806,900 | -6% | 
| April | $7,241,440 | 26.4% | 
| 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 | $5,938,061 | - | 
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