Alerts Sign-up
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Municipal Motor Fuel Tax collection stood at $16,428.
Taxpayers in Lemont have paid $184,265 in Municipal Motor Fuel Tax in the last 12 months.
The Municipal Motor Fuel Tax, a crucial revenue stream, is primarily allocated for municipal governments' 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.
Municipal Motor Fuel Tax Collected in Lemont Over Last 12 Months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August 2025 | $8,126 | -50.5% |
| July 2025 | $16,428 | -5.1% |
| June 2025 | $17,317 | 8.2% |
| May 2025 | $16,007 | 0.1% |
| April 2025 | $15,996 | 9.6% |
| March 2025 | $14,601 | -8.9% |
| February 2025 | $16,035 | 3.8% |
| January 2025 | $15,447 | 7.1% |
| December 2024 | $14,427 | -16.2% |
| November 2024 | $17,206 | 9.1% |
| October 2024 | $15,764 | -6.8% |
| September 2024 | $16,911 | 4.4% |
| August 2024 | $16,200 | - |
