Alcona County, MI vs Alger County, MI
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Alcona County, MI | Alger County, MI |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 10K | 9K |
| Low Food Access % | 37.6% | 34.9% |
| SNAP Participation % | 11.7% | 11.7% |
| Poverty Rate | 15.8% | 10.3% |
| Median Household Income | $50,295 | $55,528 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 3.5% | 5.9% |
| Low Access Population | 3,849 | 3,094 |
| Low Access Tracts | 1 | 1 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Alcona County, MI full profile →
37.6% low access · 11.7% SNAP
Alger County, MI full profile →
34.9% low access · 11.7% 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.