Jefferson County, AR vs Arkansas County, AR
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Jefferson County, AR | Arkansas County, AR |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 65K | 17K |
| Low Food Access % | 26.0% | 47.0% |
| SNAP Participation % | 14.7% | 14.9% |
| Poverty Rate | 18.6% | 19.0% |
| Median Household Income | $51,096 | $53,164 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 7.5% | 8.7% |
| Low Access Population | 20,132 | 8,947 |
| Low Access Tracts | 10 | 5 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Jefferson County, AR full profile →
26.0% low access · 14.7% SNAP
Arkansas County, AR full profile →
47.0% low access · 14.9% 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.