06/17/2026
Hunger is a problem in every part of the United States, but rural counties face particular challenges:
π People in rural areas often live far away from grocery stores and food pantries, which can make getting food difficult, especially without a car or public transportation.
π Fewer jobs are available in rural areas, and those that are often pay low wages or donβt offer full-time hours. Affording groceries can be hard, even while working multiple jobs.
Rural areas comprise less than two-thirds of all U.S. counties, but 9 out of 10 counties with the highest food insecurity rates are rural. Programs like Mobile Food Distributions help meet the needs of our neighbors in rural areas by providing access to nutritious groceries in their own communities. To learn more about this program, and how you can host or sponsor one in your community, visit our website: https://tristatefoodbank.org/find-help/mobile-food-distribution-schedule