Local Government News

Piscataquis County: Income Maintenance made up 4.1% of total income in 2022
In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 4.1% of income in Piscataquis County, providing an average of $2,027 per capita to residents.

Penobscot County residents received $13,855 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 12th in Maine
In 2022, residents of Penobscot County received an average of $13,855 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it fifth lowest in Maine.