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2022: Polk County aging and government transfer dependency trends

Since 1970, Polk County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 4.2%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 14.5%.

By North DSM News | Apr 19, 2025

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Polk County: Residents received $1.16 billion per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.7% of income in Polk County, providing an average of $2,311 per capita to residents.

By North DSM News | Apr 13, 2025

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Polk County ranks 93rd highest in Iowa for per capita government transfer income at $9,413 in 2022

By North DSM News | Mar 11, 2025

In 2022, residents of Polk County received an average of $9,413 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it seventh lowest in Iowa.

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Polk County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.5% of income in 2022

By North DSM News | Mar 1, 2025

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

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Polk County rise or fall in 2021?

By North DSM News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Polk County received $9.4 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Polk County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By North DSM News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Polk County received $24,461,822 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Polk City Council approves first reading of zoning and residential amendment

By North DSM News Report | Apr 23, 2023

The Polk City Council voted to approve the first reading of an amendment to zoning restrictions for residential areas about the size of structures permitted on residential properties within city limits.

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Smith tells Polk City Council there is 'no intention' to sell lots associated with golf club

By Sam Jackson | Apr 13, 2023

The Polk City Council were presented with and later approved some plans for the city's golf course during the council's regular meeting on March 27.

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City of Bondurant hosts Bondurant Development Incorporated Meeting on April 4

By North DSM News Report | Apr 1, 2023

Bondurant Development Incorporated Meeting on April 4

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Johnston Community School District hosts Show Choir End of Year Show on April 7

By North DSM News Report | Apr 1, 2023

Show Choir End of Year Show on April 7

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City of Johnston hosts Indoor Pickleball on April 6

By North DSM News Report | Apr 1, 2023

Indoor Pickleball on April 6

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Johnston Community School District hosts First Grade Music Informances April 6

By North DSM News Report | Apr 1, 2023

First Grade Music Informances April 6

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City of Johnston hosts Indoor Pickleball on April 5

By North DSM News Report | Apr 1, 2023

Indoor Pickleball on April 5

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City of Ankeny: Otter Creek Golf Course opens for the season Friday, March 31, 2023

By North DSM News Report | Apr 1, 2023

Otter Creek Golf Course opens for the season Friday, March 31, 2023

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City of Bondurant hosts Senior Citizen's Club on April 3

By North DSM News Report | Apr 1, 2023

Senior Citizen's Club on April 3

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Johnston Community School District hosts 5th Grade Attending Biz Town April 4

By North DSM News Report | Apr 1, 2023

5th Grade Attending Biz Town April 4

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City of Johnston hosts Indoor Pickleball on April 3

By North DSM News Report | Apr 1, 2023

Indoor Pickleball on April 3

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City of Bondurant hosts Geri-Fit on April 3

By North DSM News Report | Apr 1, 2023

Geri-Fit on April 3

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City of Johnston hosts City Council Work Session on April 3

By North DSM News Report | Apr 1, 2023

City Council Work Session on April 3

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City of Bondurant: April 3, 2023 City Council Meeting Rescheduled

By North DSM News Report | Apr 1, 2023

April 3, 2023 City Council Meeting Rescheduled