Local Government News

Benton County ranks 36th highest in Oregon for per capita government transfer income at $8,108 in 2022
In 2022, Benton County stood out as the lowest per capita recipient of government transfers in Oregon, with transfers making up 14.7% of total income.

Benton County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 1.4% in 2022
In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.4% of income in Benton County, providing an average of $790 per capita to residents.