Marion County, KS vs Allen County, KS
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Marion County, KS | Allen County, KS |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12K | 12K |
| Low Food Access % | 23.7% | 15.4% |
| SNAP Participation % | 6.1% | 9.3% |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% | 9.9% |
| Median Household Income | $64,695 | $60,689 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 3.5% | 7.7% |
| Low Access Population | 3,001 | 2,064 |
| Low Access Tracts | 2 | 1 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Marion County, KS full profile →
23.7% low access · 6.1% SNAP
Allen County, KS full profile →
15.4% low access · 9.3% 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.