Van Buren County, MI vs Alcona County, MI
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Van Buren County, MI | Alcona County, MI |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 76K | 10K |
| Low Food Access % | 4.9% | 15.6% |
| SNAP Participation % | 13.7% | 12.5% |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% | 12.3% |
| Median Household Income | $68,114 | $54,993 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 5.7% | 3.5% |
| Low Access Population | 3,751 | 1,710 |
| Low Access Tracts | 3 | 1 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Van Buren County, MI full profile →
4.9% low access · 13.7% SNAP
Alcona County, MI full profile →
15.6% low access · 12.5% 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.