Local Government News

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.

Saline County: Residents received $110.24 million per capita from Social Security transfers in 2022
In 2022, Social Security transfers made up 10.2% of income in Saline County, providing an average of $4,775 per capita to residents.