Atkinson County, GA vs Appling County, GA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Atkinson County, GA | Appling County, GA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 8K | 18K |
| Low Food Access % | 60.6% | 70.0% |
| SNAP Participation % | 21.5% | 20.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 27.5% | 25.3% |
| Median Household Income | $38,007 | $43,268 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 4.4% | 7.4% |
| Low Access Population | 5,009 | 12,909 |
| Low Access Tracts | 2 | 4 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Atkinson County, GA full profile →
60.6% low access · 21.5% SNAP
Appling County, GA full profile →
70.0% low access · 20.0% 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.