Kalawao County, HI vs Hawaii County, HI
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Kalawao County, HI | Hawaii County, HI |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 50 | 202K |
| Low Food Access % | 40.7% | 48.1% |
| SNAP Participation % | N/A | 18.4% |
| Poverty Rate | 14.9% | 14.1% |
| Median Household Income | $87,813 | $74,238 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 9.4% | 5.0% |
| Low Access Population | 20 | 97,240 |
| Low Access Tracts | 1 | 31 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Kalawao County, HI full profile →
40.7% low access · N/A SNAP
Hawaii County, HI full profile →
48.1% low access · 18.4% 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.