Local Government News

Jasper County sees a 12% increase in transfer reliance since 1970
In 2022, government transfers made up 23% of income in Jasper County, a 12% surge from 11% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

Cumberland County ranks fifth in Illinois for reliance on government transfers for 13% of income in 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 13% of income in Cumberland County—ranking it fifth least dependent among Illinois counties.