However, the number of food stamp recipients per 1000 local residents is only 20 compared with a statewide average of 59. This is a favorable indicator. Employment opportunities have been generally positive during the period. However, the local unemployment rate has been slightly higher than the state average. In general, the economic and demographic indicators show that the county has adequate economic growth and is attracting elderly immigrants.
All indicators are favorable except unemployment, which is somewhat high.
The local economy provides resources for local government through a variety of revenue sources. These revenues are derived from taxes or charges levied upon particular tax bases. In Nevada, the major tax bases for local government is sales, property and mining. If the per capita tax base is increasing, the local government will generate more revenue per resident. A decreasing per capita tax base is a negative indicator since it means that the county has fewer resources per resident.