Monterey County, CA vs Alameda County, CA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Monterey County, CA | Alameda County, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 438K | 1.6M |
| Low Food Access % | 16.6% | 8.1% |
| SNAP Participation % | 9.6% | 9.9% |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% | 9.2% |
| Median Household Income | $97,230 | $129,367 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 4.7% | 10.0% |
| Low Access Population | 69,023 | 122,085 |
| Low Access Tracts | 21 | 61 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Monterey County, CA full profile →
16.6% low access · 9.6% SNAP
Alameda County, CA full profile →
8.1% low access · 9.9% 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.