Lawrence County
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2022: How government transfer reliance in Lawrence County has changed since 1970
In 2022, government transfers made up 34.3% of income in Lawrence County, a 21.5% surge from 12.8% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.
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2022: Lawrence County aging and government transfer dependency trends
Since 1970, Lawrence County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 9.8%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 0.6%.
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Lawrence County ranks 10th in Ohio for government transfer dependency at 34.3% in 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 34.3% of income in Lawrence County—ranking it 10th most dependent among Ohio counties.
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Lawrence County residents received $16,256 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking third in Ohio
In 2022, residents of Lawrence County received an average of $16,256 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it third highest in Ohio.