Rockingham County
Recent News About Rockingham County
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Rockingham County saw 24.1% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 32% of income in Rockingham County, an alarming 24.1% surge from 7.9% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.
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Rockingham County ranks 41st highest in North Carolina for per capita government transfer income at $14,506 in 2022
In 2022, residents of Rockingham County received an average of $14,506 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 41st highest in North Carolina.
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Rockingham County ranks 28th in North Carolina for government transfer dependency at 32% in 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 32% of income in Rockingham County—ranking it 28th most dependent among North Carolina counties.