Providence County, RI vs Kent County, RI
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Providence County, RI | Kent County, RI |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 658K | 170K |
| Low Food Access % | 59.5% | 30.2% |
| SNAP Participation % | 18.3% | 12.1% |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% | 7.5% |
| Median Household Income | $72,579 | $85,732 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 11.3% | 6.0% |
| Low Access Population | 391,500 | 51,391 |
| Low Access Tracts | 122 | 16 |
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
Kent County, RI full profile →
30.2% low access · 12.1% 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.