Merrimack County, NH vs Belknap County, NH
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Merrimack County, NH | Belknap County, NH |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 156K | 65K |
| Low Food Access % | 16.2% | 11.4% |
| SNAP Participation % | 7.0% | 6.9% |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% | 8.5% |
| Median Household Income | $97,004 | $92,783 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 4.2% | 4.0% |
| Low Access Population | 23,653 | 6,821 |
| Low Access Tracts | 9 | 3 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Merrimack County, NH full profile →
16.2% low access · 7.0% SNAP
Belknap County, NH full profile →
11.4% low access · 6.9% 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.