Lee County
Recent News About Lee County
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Lee County saw 17.4% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 26.3% of income in Lee County, a 17.4% surge from 8.9% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.
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Lee County ranks 61st highest in North Carolina for per capita government transfer income at $13,033 in 2022
In 2022, residents of Lee County received an average of $13,033 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 40th lowest in North Carolina.
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Lee County ranks 35th in North Carolina for government transfer dependency at 26.3% in 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 26.3% of income in Lee County—ranking it 35th least dependent among North Carolina counties.
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, Lee County Schools has strived to improve safety and reduce risk wherever possible.
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Health Department Offering COVID-19 Testing
With the recent rise of Covid-19 cases in Lee County, the Lee County Health Department (LCHD) will begin Monday providing Covid-19 testing for individuals who are interested in being tested.