Tree Assistance Program payments in Massachusetts totaled $94,213 in 2017
Counties in Massachusetts Receiving Tree Assistance Program payments, 2017
| Rank | County | Tree Assistance Program 2017 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bristol County, Massachusetts | $79,542 | 84.4% | 84.4% |
| 2 | Essex County, Massachusetts | $9,605 | 10.2% | 94.6% |
| 3 | Plymouth County, Massachusetts | $3,124 | 3.3% | 97.9% |
| 4 | Berkshire County, Massachusetts | $1,615 | 1.7% | 99.7% |
| 5 | Franklin County, Massachusetts | $327 | 0.3% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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