Mecklenburg County, VA vs Accomack County, VA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Mecklenburg County, VA | Accomack County, VA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 30K | 33K |
| Low Food Access % | 58.4% | 54.4% |
| SNAP Participation % | 12.8% | 12.5% |
| Poverty Rate | 18.8% | 15.9% |
| Median Household Income | $51,265 | $52,694 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 7.5% | 8.0% |
| Low Access Population | 17,734 | 18,152 |
| Low Access Tracts | 6 | 5 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Mecklenburg County, VA full profile →
58.4% low access · 12.8% SNAP
Accomack County, VA full profile →
54.4% low access · 12.5% 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.