Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, CT vs Capitol Planning Region, CT
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, CT | Capitol Planning Region, CT |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 280K | 977K |
| Low Food Access % | 37.8% | 45.5% |
| SNAP Participation % | 11.4% | 13.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% | 10.8% |
| Median Household Income | $80,330 | $88,190 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 7.3% | 9.5% |
| Low Access Population | 105,951 | 444,610 |
| Low Access Tracts | 33 | 139 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, CT full profile →
37.8% low access · 11.4% SNAP
Capitol Planning Region, CT full profile →
45.5% low access · 13.0% 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.