Tangipahoa Parish, LA vs Acadia Parish, LA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Tangipahoa Parish, LA | Acadia Parish, LA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 137K | 57K |
| Low Food Access % | 38.8% | 6.6% |
| SNAP Participation % | 21.2% | 24.4% |
| Poverty Rate | 19.2% | 25.0% |
| Median Household Income | $56,760 | $45,562 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 6.1% | 10.5% |
| Low Access Population | 47,006 | 4,092 |
| Low Access Tracts | 12 | 3 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Tangipahoa Parish, LA full profile →
38.8% low access · 21.2% SNAP
Acadia Parish, LA full profile →
6.6% low access · 24.4% 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.