Benton County, WA vs Adams County, WA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Benton County, WA | Adams County, WA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 213K | 21K |
| Low Food Access % | 22.8% | 41.7% |
| SNAP Participation % | 14.8% | 18.9% |
| Poverty Rate | 11.0% | 19.5% |
| Median Household Income | $89,874 | $66,136 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 5.9% | 6.4% |
| Low Access Population | 40,007 | 7,812 |
| Low Access Tracts | 18 | 2 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Benton County, WA full profile →
22.8% low access · 14.8% SNAP
Adams County, WA full profile →
41.7% low access · 18.9% 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.