Benton County, MS vs Adams County, MS
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Benton County, MS | Adams County, MS |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 8K | 29K |
| Low Food Access % | 58.6% | 70.5% |
| SNAP Participation % | 16.9% | 16.9% |
| Poverty Rate | 17.6% | 27.2% |
| Median Household Income | $38,750 | $37,271 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 6.3% | 8.6% |
| Low Access Population | 4,475 | 20,745 |
| Low Access Tracts | 1 | 6 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Benton County, MS full profile →
58.6% low access · 16.9% SNAP
Adams County, MS full profile →
70.5% low access · 16.9% 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.