Cumberland County, ME vs Androscoggin County, ME
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Cumberland County, ME | Androscoggin County, ME |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 303K | 112K |
| Low Food Access % | 25.1% | 52.4% |
| SNAP Participation % | 7.4% | 15.5% |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% | 12.4% |
| Median Household Income | $87,710 | $64,500 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Low Access Population | 76,143 | 58,443 |
| Low Access Tracts | 24 | 18 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Cumberland County, ME full profile →
25.1% low access · 7.4% SNAP
Androscoggin County, ME full profile →
52.4% low access · 15.5% 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.