Spatial Analysis

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Mobility Deserts: When Grocery Stores Are Close on Paper But Unreachable Without a Car

Federal food access policy assumes proximity equals access. But in California, 1 in 8 neighborhoods face a hidden barrier: stores are within a mile, but poor transit makes them practically unreachable.

Nov 2025 · Transit Equity

The Widening Gap: Why Some Neighborhoods Are Falling Behind

County-wide SNAP rates rose 2 points over four years. But what happens when we look at neighborhoods instead of the whole county? A more complex picture emerges.

Oct 2025 · Food Security