% of Population on Food Stamps or SNAP (Last 12 Months), by Zip Code (ZCTA5) — Rhode Island

NOTE: Gray indicates insufficient data or a suppressed estimate.

Urban zip codes in and around Providence display the highest SNAP participation rates, with several areas reaching 30–50%, forming a pronounced cluster in the northeastern quadrant of the state. In contrast, the suburban and rural zip codes in the western and southern coastal regions consistently fall below 10%, with some areas near 0%. This sharp urban-rural gradient underscores concentrated economic need in Rhode Island's core metro area relative to the more affluent communities in South County, the East Bay, and the western border towns.

Data: U.S. Census Bureau, 2023 ACS

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