Hamilton County
Recent News About Hamilton County
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Hamilton County: Government transfers accounted for 26.7% of income in 2022, up from 16.6% in 1970
In 2022, government transfers contributed 26.7% of income in Hamilton County. How does this compare to historical figures?
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FOIA request sent to Hamilton County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025
FOIA Request to Hamilton County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.
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26.7% of income in Hamilton County came from government transfers in 2022, ranking it 26th in Illinois
In 2022, government transfers made up 26.7% of income in Hamilton County—ranking it 26th most dependent among Illinois counties.
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Population aging and government transfer dependency in Hamilton County as of 2022
Since 1970, Hamilton County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 3.4%, while income from age-related government transfers has fallen by 12.5%.
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Residents of Hamilton County received $14,269 per capita in transfers in 2022, ranking it 18th in Illinois
In 2022, residents of Hamilton County received an average of $14,269 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 18th highest in Illinois.
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Hamilton County Liquor Control Commission met Nov. 19
Hamilton County Liquor Control Commission met Tuesday, Nov. 19
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Hamilton County Board met June 20
Hamilton County Board met Tuesday, June 20
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Hamilton County E-911 Board met Feb. 9
Hamilton County E-911 Board met Thursday, Feb. 9
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Hamilton County E-911 met December 8
Hamilton County E-911 met 6 p.m. Thursday, December 8.
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Hamilton County E-911 met July 14
Hamilton County E-911 met 6 p.m. Thursday, July 14.