Barnstable County, MA vs Berkshire County, MA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Barnstable County, MA | Berkshire County, MA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 232K | 129K |
| Low Food Access % | 51.0% | 30.9% |
| SNAP Participation % | 9.4% | 16.5% |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% | 11.4% |
| Median Household Income | $95,241 | $76,013 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 5.4% | 9.6% |
| Low Access Population | 110,199 | 40,594 |
| Low Access Tracts | 40 | 16 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Barnstable County, MA full profile →
51.0% low access · 9.4% SNAP
Berkshire County, MA full profile →
30.9% low access · 16.5% 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.