Berkshire County, MA vs Barnstable County, MA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Berkshire County, MA | Barnstable County, MA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 129K | 229K |
| Low Food Access % | 47.6% | 18.6% |
| SNAP Participation % | 14.2% | 7.8% |
| Poverty Rate | 11.0% | 7.0% |
| Median Household Income | $69,744 | $90,447 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 9.4% | 5.0% |
| Low Access Population | 61,291 | 42,675 |
| Low Access Tracts | 19 | 13 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Berkshire County, MA full profile →
47.6% low access · 14.2% SNAP
Barnstable County, MA full profile →
18.6% low access · 7.8% 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.