Local Government News

Guilford County saw 14.5% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 20% of income in Guilford County, an alarming 14.5% surge from 5.5% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

Guilford County ranks 16th in North Carolina for government transfer dependency at 20% in 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 20% of income in Guilford County—ranking it 16th least dependent among North Carolina counties.