Washington Parish, LA vs Acadia Parish, LA
Side-by-side comparison of food access, SNAP participation, poverty, and transportation barriers.
| Metric | Washington Parish, LA | Acadia Parish, LA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 45K | 57K |
| Low Food Access % | 8.4% | 6.6% |
| SNAP Participation % | 28.2% | 24.4% |
| Poverty Rate | 24.3% | 25.0% |
| Median Household Income | $45,380 | $45,562 |
| Households Without Vehicle | 11.5% | 10.5% |
| Low Access Population | 3,966 | 4,092 |
| Low Access Tracts | 3 | 3 |
Green highlights indicate the more favorable value (lower food desert rate, poverty, SNAP, vehicle gap; higher income).
Washington Parish, LA full profile →
8.4% low access · 28.2% 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.