Mercer County, IL vs Adams County, IL
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Mercer County, IL | Adams County, IL |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 15K | 65K |
| Low Food Access % | 22.8% | 16.5% |
| SNAP Participation % | 9.9% | 12.4% |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% | 12.8% |
| Median Household Income | $74,182 | $66,220 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 2.8% | 7.5% |
| Low Access Population | 3,746 | 11,088 |
| Low Access Tracts | 2 | 5 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Mercer County, IL full profile →
22.8% low access · 9.9% SNAP
Adams County, IL full profile →
16.5% low access · 12.4% 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.