El Paso County
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2022: El Paso County aging and government transfer dependency trends
Since 1970, El Paso County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 7.4%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 9.8%.
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El Paso County saw 18.5% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 25% of income in El Paso County, an alarming 18.5% surge from 6.5% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.
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El Paso County ranks 193rd highest in Texas for per capita government transfer income at $11,035 in 2022
In 2022, residents of El Paso County received an average of $11,035 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 62nd lowest in Texas.
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El Paso County ranks 111th in Texas for government transfer dependency at 25% in 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 25% of income in El Paso County—ranking it 111th least dependent among Texas counties.