Northumberland County, PA vs Adams County, PA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Northumberland County, PA | Adams County, PA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 91K | 105K |
| Low Food Access % | 51.9% | 17.4% |
| SNAP Participation % | 14.4% | 7.1% |
| Poverty Rate | 12.4% | 7.9% |
| Median Household Income | $55,952 | $78,975 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 9.8% | 4.7% |
| Low Access Population | 47,405 | 18,201 |
| Low Access Tracts | 15 | 6 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Northumberland County, PA full profile →
51.9% low access · 14.4% SNAP
Adams County, PA full profile →
17.4% low access · 7.1% 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.