Direct Payment Program payments in Michigan totaled $118,603 in 2017
Counties in Michigan Receiving Direct Payment Program payments, 2017
| Rank | County | Direct Payment Program 2017 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Branch County, Michigan | $103,272 | 87.1% | 87.1% |
| 2 | Allegan County, Michigan | $39,409 | 33.2% | 120.3% |
| 3 | Ottawa County, Michigan | $5,375 | 4.5% | 124.8% |
| 4 | Macomb County, Michigan | $4,509 | 3.8% | 128.6% |
| 5 | Newaygo County, Michigan | $2,993 | 2.5% | 131.2% |
| 6 | Saint Clair County, Michigan | $2,316 | 2.0% | 133.1% |
| 7 | Muskegon County, Michigan | $804 | 0.7% | 133.8% |
| 8 | Lapeer County, Michigan | $534 | 0.5% | 134.2% |
| 9 | Saginaw County, Michigan | $-177 | -0.1% | 134.1% |
| 10 | Isabella County, Michigan | $-40,432 | -34.1% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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