Harrison County
Recent News About Harrison County
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Harrison County: Government transfers accounted for 32.2% of income in 2022, up from 9.3% in 1970
In 2022, government transfers made up 32.2% of income in Harrison County, an alarming 22.9% surge from 9.3% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.
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How Harrison County’s older population and government transfer dependency has changed over time
Since 1970, Harrison County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 9.4%, while income from age-related government transfers has fallen by 10.6%.
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In 2022, Harrison County ranks 13th among Ohio counties with 32.2% transfer dependency
In 2022, government transfers made up 32.2% of income in Harrison County—ranking it 13th most dependent among Ohio counties.
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Harrison County residents received $14,860 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 11th in Ohio
In 2022, residents of Harrison County received an average of $14,860 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 11th highest in Ohio.