USDA
The USDA Food and Nutrition Service administers SNAP (food stamps) and publishes enrollment data that tracks household food insecurity — a direct measure of financial distress.
American Default tracks 1 indicator from USDA, including SNAP (Food Stamp) Enrollment. The USDA Food and Nutrition Service administers SNAP (food stamps) and publishes enrollment data that tracks household food insecurity — a direct measure of financial distress. Data is parsed from published reports.
Indicators from USDA
| Indicator | Current Value | Trend | Frequency | ADI Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SNAP (Food Stamp) Enrollment | 41,700,000 | rising | monthly | Cost Pressure / Financial Conditions |
How We Get This Data
Attribution & Licensing
Data attributed to: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service
Official source: https://www.usda.gov/
Federal government data is in the public domain. American Default provides full attribution per each agency's terms of use. FRED-hosted data use is subject to the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Terms of Use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What data does USDA publish?
The USDA Food and Nutrition Service administers SNAP (food stamps) and publishes enrollment data that tracks household food insecurity — a direct measure of financial distress.
How often does American Default update USDA data?
USDA data is parsed from published reports. Update frequency varies by indicator: monthly.
Is USDA data free to use?
Yes. USDA is a public institution and its data is freely available. American Default provides proper attribution per the source's terms of use.
What American Distress Index components use USDA data?
USDA data feeds into Cost Pressure / Financial Conditions. These indicators provide context but are not in the ADI composite calculation.