Bedford County, VA vs Accomack County, VA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Bedford County, VA | Accomack County, VA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 81K | 33K |
| Low Food Access % | 8.7% | 2.2% |
| SNAP Participation % | 6.5% | 12.5% |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% | 13.9% |
| Median Household Income | $78,937 | $58,993 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 3.2% | 6.1% |
| Low Access Population | 6,553 | 727 |
| Low Access Tracts | 4 | 1 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Bedford County, VA full profile →
8.7% low access · 6.5% SNAP
Accomack County, VA full profile →
2.2% low access · 12.5% 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.