Waupaca County
Recent News About Waupaca County
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Population aging and government transfer dependency in Waupaca County as of 2022
Since 1970, Waupaca County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 4%, while income from age-related government transfers has fallen by 4.5%.
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Waupaca County saw 12.7% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 26% of income in Waupaca County, a 12.7% rise from 13.3% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.
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Waupaca County ranks 19th highest in Wisconsin for per capita government transfer income at $14,209 in 2022
In 2022, residents of Waupaca County received an average of $14,209 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 19th highest in Wisconsin.
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Waupaca County ranks 23rd in Wisconsin for government transfer dependency at 26% in 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 26% of income in Waupaca County—ranking it 23rd most dependent among Wisconsin counties.