Feeding America
Feeding America's Map the Meal Gap study provides county-level food insecurity estimates, measuring how many households cannot consistently afford adequate food.
American Default tracks 1 indicator from Feeding America, including County-Level Food Insecurity Rate. Feeding America's Map the Meal Gap study provides county-level food insecurity estimates, measuring how many households cannot consistently afford adequate food. Data is parsed from published reports.
Indicators from Feeding America
| Indicator | Current Value | Trend | Frequency | ADI Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County-Level Food Insecurity Rate | 13.5% | rising | annual | Context |
How We Get This Data
Attribution & Licensing
Data attributed to: Feeding America
Official source: https://www.feedingamerica.org/
American Default extracts publicly reported statistics with full source attribution. This data may be subject to the source organization's terms of use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What data does Feeding America publish?
Feeding America's Map the Meal Gap study provides county-level food insecurity estimates, measuring how many households cannot consistently afford adequate food.
How often does American Default update Feeding America data?
Feeding America data is parsed from published reports. Update frequency varies by indicator: annual.
Is Feeding America data free to use?
Feeding America publishes summary data in press releases and reports. American Default extracts headline statistics with full attribution. For detailed microdata, check Feeding America's licensing terms.
What American Distress Index components use Feeding America data?
Feeding America indicators provide supplementary context for household financial distress tracking but are not directly in the ADI composite calculation.