Allen Parish, LA vs Acadia Parish, LA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Allen Parish, LA | Acadia Parish, LA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 23K | 58K |
| Low Food Access % | 68.0% | 73.3% |
| SNAP Participation % | 20.3% | 22.3% |
| Poverty Rate | 19.6% | 23.7% |
| Median Household Income | $52,755 | $44,977 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 8.2% | 9.2% |
| Low Access Population | 15,503 | 42,275 |
| Low Access Tracts | 5 | 13 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Allen Parish, LA full profile →
68.0% low access · 20.3% SNAP
Acadia Parish, LA full profile →
73.3% low access · 22.3% 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.