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 | 658K | 51K |
| Low Food Access % | 59.5% | 19.9% |
| SNAP Participation % | 18.3% | 5.7% |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% | 7.2% |
| Median Household Income | $72,579 | $105,875 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 11.3% | 6.1% |
| Low Access Population | 391,500 | 10,081 |
| Low Access Tracts | 122 | 3 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Providence County, RI full profile →
59.5% low access · 18.3% SNAP
Bristol County, RI full profile →
19.9% low access · 5.7% 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.