Laurens County, GA vs Appling County, GA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Laurens County, GA | Appling County, GA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 50K | 18K |
| Low Food Access % | 19.4% | 47.8% |
| SNAP Participation % | 20.5% | 19.6% |
| Poverty Rate | 22.6% | 22.5% |
| Median Household Income | $55,010 | $46,651 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 6.3% | 6.3% |
| Low Access Population | 9,410 | 8,709 |
| Low Access Tracts | 6 | 4 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Laurens County, GA full profile →
19.4% low access · 20.5% SNAP
Appling County, GA full profile →
47.8% low access · 19.6% 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.