Washington County, ME vs Aroostook County, ME
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Washington County, ME | Aroostook County, ME |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 31K | 67K |
| Low Food Access % | 63.2% | 60.9% |
| SNAP Participation % | 19.3% | 19.7% |
| Poverty Rate | 17.5% | 14.9% |
| Median Household Income | $51,669 | $50,843 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 7.4% | 8.6% |
| Low Access Population | 19,653 | 40,947 |
| Low Access Tracts | 6 | 13 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Washington County, ME full profile →
63.2% low access · 19.3% SNAP
Aroostook County, ME full profile →
60.9% low access · 19.7% 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.