Barron County
Recent News About Barron County
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Barron County sees a 10.4% increase in transfer reliance since 1970
In 2022, government transfers made up 24% of income in Barron County, a 10.4% rise from 13.6% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.
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In 2022, Barron County ranks 30th among Wisconsin counties with 24% transfer dependency
In 2022, government transfers made up 24% of income in Barron County—ranking it 30th most dependent among Wisconsin counties.
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2022: Correlation between aging and increasing government transfer dependency in Barron County?
Since 1970, Barron County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 8.8%, while income from age-related government transfers has fallen by 0.3%.
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Barron County ranks 22nd highest in Wisconsin for per capita government transfer income at $13,933 in 2022
In 2022, residents of Barron County received an average of $13,933 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 22nd highest in Wisconsin.
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Closing of County Owned Rifle Ranges
Closing of County Owned Rifle Ranges
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Teen Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) on November 9
Teen Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) on November 9
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BARRON COUNTY: Barron County Highway Department Surplus Auction to be held July 12
The Barron County Highway Department has several items for sale on Wisconsin Surplus Online Auction.
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Census Bureau reports Barron County population was 45,229 in 2019
Barron County had a population of 45,229 people in 2019, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Northwoods Reporter.
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Census Bureau reports Barron County population was 45,182 in 2020
Barron County had a population of 45,182 people in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Northwoods Reporter.
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Barron County ranked 51st in Wisconsin for resident earnings in 2018
Barron County ranked 51st among counties in Wisconsin by annual earnings per resident, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Barron County ranked 54th in Wisconsin for resident earnings in 2019
Barron County ranked 54th among counties in Wisconsin by annual earnings per resident, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.