Newton County, GA vs Appling County, GA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Newton County, GA | Appling County, GA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 118K | 18K |
| Low Food Access % | 33.6% | 47.8% |
| SNAP Participation % | 13.6% | 19.6% |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% | 22.5% |
| Median Household Income | $77,179 | $46,651 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 3.4% | 6.3% |
| Low Access Population | 33,596 | 8,709 |
| Low Access Tracts | 9 | 4 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Newton County, GA full profile →
33.6% low access · 13.6% SNAP
Appling County, GA full profile →
47.8% low access · 19.6% 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.