Appling County, GA vs Atkinson County, GA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Appling County, GA | Atkinson County, GA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 18K | 8K |
| Low Food Access % | 47.8% | 23.5% |
| SNAP Participation % | 19.6% | 26.2% |
| Poverty Rate | 22.5% | 25.0% |
| Median Household Income | $46,651 | $42,347 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 6.3% | 6.3% |
| Low Access Population | 8,709 | 1,967 |
| Low Access Tracts | 4 | 1 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Appling County, GA full profile →
47.8% low access · 19.6% SNAP
Atkinson County, GA full profile →
23.5% low access · 26.2% 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.