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 Flood Protection Tax collection stood at $97,859.
Over the past 12 months, Monroe County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1 million 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.
County Flood Protection Tax Collected in Monroe County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August | $99,692 | 1.9% |
| July | $97,859 | 0.3% |
| June | $97,581 | 6.4% |
| May | $91,685 | -1% |
| April | $92,601 | 19.8% |
| March | $77,325 | -4% |
| 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 | - |
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