Northwest Arctic Borough, AK vs Aleutians East Borough, AK
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Northwest Arctic Borough, AK | Aleutians East Borough, AK |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 7K | 3K |
| Low Food Access % | 46.2% | 39.0% |
| SNAP Participation % | 35.8% | 14.5% |
| Poverty Rate | 17.9% | 13.2% |
| Median Household Income | $84,018 | $65,365 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 64.6% | 22.1% |
| Low Access Population | 3,474 | 1,226 |
| Low Access Tracts | 1 | 1 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Northwest Arctic Borough, AK full profile →
46.2% low access · 35.8% SNAP
Aleutians East Borough, AK full profile →
39.0% low access · 14.5% 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.