Edgar County, IL vs Adams County, IL
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Edgar County, IL | Adams County, IL |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 17K | 66K |
| Low Food Access % | 51.0% | 44.7% |
| SNAP Participation % | 19.0% | 12.8% |
| Poverty Rate | 11.8% | 12.1% |
| Median Household Income | $56,687 | $63,767 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 7.4% | 7.2% |
| Low Access Population | 8,595 | 29,316 |
| Low Access Tracts | 3 | 9 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Edgar County, IL full profile →
51.0% low access · 19.0% SNAP
Adams County, IL full profile →
44.7% low access · 12.8% 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.