Caldwell County
Recent News About Caldwell County
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Caldwell County saw 24.6% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 31.5% of income in Caldwell County, an alarming 24.6% surge from 6.9% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.
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Caldwell County ranks 46th highest in North Carolina for per capita government transfer income at $14,076 in 2022
In 2022, residents of Caldwell County received an average of $14,076 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 46th highest in North Carolina.
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Caldwell County ranks 35th in North Carolina for government transfer dependency at 31.5% in 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 31.5% of income in Caldwell County—ranking it 35th most dependent among North Carolina counties.