Capitol Planning Region, CT vs Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, CT
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Capitol Planning Region, CT | Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, CT |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 977K | 326K |
| Low Food Access % | 45.5% | 51.9% |
| SNAP Participation % | 13.0% | 12.9% |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% | 13.3% |
| Median Household Income | $88,190 | $83,147 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 9.5% | 10.0% |
| Low Access Population | 444,610 | 169,392 |
| Low Access Tracts | 139 | 53 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Capitol Planning Region, CT full profile →
45.5% low access · 13.0% SNAP
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, CT full profile →
51.9% low access · 12.9% 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.