Local Government News

Polk County ranks 93rd highest in Iowa for per capita government transfer income at $9,413 in 2022
In 2022, residents of Polk County received an average of $9,413 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it seventh lowest in Iowa.

Polk County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.5% of income in 2022
In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.5% of income in Polk County, providing an average of $950 per capita to residents.