Hancock County, ME vs Androscoggin County, ME
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Hancock County, ME | Androscoggin County, ME |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 56K | 113K |
| Low Food Access % | 4.0% | 9.2% |
| SNAP Participation % | 8.4% | 16.8% |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% | 14.4% |
| Median Household Income | $72,744 | $67,873 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 6.2% | 9.4% |
| Low Access Population | 2,178 | 9,957 |
| Low Access Tracts | 2 | 4 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Hancock County, ME full profile →
4.0% low access · 8.4% SNAP
Androscoggin County, ME full profile →
9.2% low access · 16.8% 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.