Portage County, WI vs Adams County, WI
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Portage County, WI | Adams County, WI |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 71K | 21K |
| Low Food Access % | 12.0% | 9.9% |
| SNAP Participation % | 8.0% | 14.6% |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% | 14.1% |
| Median Household Income | $76,070 | $59,442 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 3.9% | 4.2% |
| Low Access Population | 8,392 | 2,071 |
| Low Access Tracts | 5 | 2 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Portage County, WI full profile →
12.0% low access · 8.0% SNAP
Adams County, WI full profile →
9.9% low access · 14.6% 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.