Adams County, IL vs Alexander County, IL
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Adams County, IL | Alexander County, IL |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 65K | 5K |
| Low Food Access % | 16.5% | 49.6% |
| SNAP Participation % | 12.4% | 26.8% |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% | 19.0% |
| Median Household Income | $66,220 | $47,043 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 7.5% | 10.1% |
| Low Access Population | 11,088 | 4,086 |
| Low Access Tracts | 5 | 3 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Adams County, IL full profile →
16.5% low access · 12.4% SNAP
Alexander County, IL full profile →
49.6% low access · 26.8% 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.