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In 2022, Sherman County ranks 26th among Nebraska counties for government transfer income per capita at $14,398

In 2022, residents of Sherman County received an average of $14,398 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 26th highest in Nebraska.

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 4.8% of income in McPherson County, providing an average of $2,672 per capita to residents.

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 6.3% of income in Arthur County, providing an average of $2,813 per capita to residents.

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Since 1970, Boyd County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 12.2%, while income from age-related government transfers has fallen by 17.2%.

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 6.6% of income in Blaine County, providing an average of $3,598 per capita to residents.

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 6.3% of income in Logan County, providing an average of $3,347 per capita to residents.

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 4.8% of income in Wheeler County, providing an average of $2,724 per capita to residents.