East Carroll Parish, LA vs Madison Parish, LA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | East Carroll Parish, LA | Madison Parish, LA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 7K | 10K |
| Low Food Access % | 78.9% | 78.9% |
| SNAP Participation % | 32.9% | 29.6% |
| Poverty Rate | 40.3% | 38.1% |
| Median Household Income | $30,856 | $34,508 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 12.1% | 13.3% |
| Low Access Population | 5,816 | 7,912 |
| Low Access Tracts | 2 | 3 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
East Carroll Parish, LA full profile →
78.9% low access · 32.9% SNAP
Madison Parish, LA full profile →
78.9% low access · 29.6% 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.