Local Government News

Lincoln County ranks 85th highest in North Carolina for per capita government transfer income at $11,090 in 2022
In 2022, residents of Lincoln County received an average of $11,090 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 16th lowest in North Carolina.

Lincoln County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.8% of income in 2022
In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.8% of income in Lincoln County, providing an average of $1,056 per capita to residents.