Monroe County taxpayers paid $80,560 in County Flood Protection Tax in February, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when County Flood Protection Tax collection stood at $96,117.
Over the past 12 months, Monroe County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $948,774 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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $80,560 | -16.2% |
| January | $96,117 | 20% |
| December 2024 | $80,098 | -2.4% |
| November 2024 | $82,045 | 9.5% |
| October 2024 | $74,927 | -2.3% |
| September 2024 | $76,714 | -4.9% |
| August 2024 | $80,658 | 3.1% |
| July 2024 | $78,261 | -2.6% |
| June 2024 | $80,358 | 5.8% |
| May 2024 | $75,939 | -0.4% |
| April 2024 | $76,279 | 14.2% |
| March 2024 | $66,818 | -7.7% |
| February 2024 | $72,371 | – |
