Accomack County, VA vs Albemarle County, VA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Accomack County, VA | Albemarle County, VA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 33K | 113K |
| Low Food Access % | 54.4% | 12.0% |
| SNAP Participation % | 12.5% | 3.1% |
| Poverty Rate | 15.9% | 7.1% |
| Median Household Income | $52,694 | $97,708 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 8.0% | 4.7% |
| Low Access Population | 18,152 | 13,502 |
| Low Access Tracts | 5 | 4 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Accomack County, VA full profile →
54.4% low access · 12.5% SNAP
Albemarle County, VA full profile →
12.0% low access · 3.1% SNAP
Data Sources
Source: USDA Economic Research Service Food Access Research Atlas — low-access and food desert tract classifications. Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates — population, poverty, income, SNAP, and vehicle access.