Local Government News

2022: Erie County aging and government transfer dependency trends
Since 1970, Erie County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 10.2%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 20.3%.

Erie County: Residents received $1.03 billion per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022
In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 7.5% of income in Erie County, providing an average of $3,855 per capita to residents.