Washington County SNAP (Food Stamp) Household Statistics 

The United States Department of Agriculture administers the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This program, previously known as food stamps, is designed to help guarantee low-income households and individuals access to a basic level of nutrition. 

In Washington County and throughout the country, SNAP households are a major focus of the American Community Survey (ACS), conducted each year by the U.S. Census Bureau. A household in Washington County is a group of people living in a house, apartment, or other housing unit. Households may be family households or non-family households. 

Unlike the Census, which is an exact count of people and households every ten years, ACS statistics are estimated based on a representative survey sample. For locations with populations under 60,000, the ACS is only available in 5-year estimates, rather than single-year periods. The 5-year estimates provide greater geographical granularity but a less granular time period. Note that the data in this article is presented as counts of households, not of individuals.

How many households with children receive SNAP in Washington County, Utah?

How many SNAP households live below poverty level in Washington County, Utah? 

The federal poverty threshold is set each year by the Census Bureau. The threshold varies based on family size, but does not vary from location to location. 

How does the median income of Washington County SNAP households compare to Utah and U.S. households?

About the Data

Data is from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS), 5-year estimates. The following tables are used:

• Households received Food Stamps/SNAP: Table B22003

• Households with Children: Table B22002

• Poverty Status: Table B22003

• Median Household Income trend and map: Table B22008

This report uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.