Local Government News

2022: Benson County aging and government transfer dependency trends
Since 1970, Benson County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 3.4%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 9.7%.

Rolette County: Residents received $35.57 million per capita from Medicare transfers in 2022
In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 5.2% of income in Rolette County, providing an average of $2,981 per capita to residents.