Providence County, RI vs Bristol County, RI
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Providence County, RI | Bristol County, RI |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 665K | 50K |
| Low Food Access % | 15.9% | 56.0% |
| SNAP Participation % | 17.8% | 5.3% |
| Poverty Rate | 13.4% | 6.5% |
| Median Household Income | $78,787 | $114,490 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 11.5% | 5.8% |
| Low Access Population | 99,856 | 27,937 |
| Low Access Tracts | 38 | 10 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Providence County, RI full profile →
15.9% low access · 17.8% SNAP
Bristol County, RI full profile →
56.0% low access · 5.3% 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.