Evangeline Parish, LA vs Acadia Parish, LA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Evangeline Parish, LA | Acadia Parish, LA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 32K | 58K |
| Low Food Access % | 77.0% | 73.3% |
| SNAP Participation % | 26.4% | 22.3% |
| Poverty Rate | 27.8% | 23.7% |
| Median Household Income | $34,526 | $44,977 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 11.1% | 9.2% |
| Low Access Population | 24,898 | 42,275 |
| Low Access Tracts | 8 | 13 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Evangeline Parish, LA full profile →
77.0% low access · 26.4% SNAP
Acadia Parish, LA full profile →
73.3% low access · 22.3% 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.