Total Emergency Relief Program payments in Rhode Island totaled $246,921 in 2023
Counties in Rhode Island Receiving Total Emergency Relief Program payments, 2023
| Rank | County | Total Emergency Relief Program 2023 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newport County, Rhode Island | $94,658 | 38.3% | 38.3% |
| 2 | Providence County, Rhode Island | $92,351 | 37.4% | 75.7% |
| 3 | Kent County, Rhode Island | $29,543 | 12.0% | 87.7% |
| 4 | Bristol County, Rhode Island | $25,109 | 10.2% | 97.9% |
| 5 | Washington County, Rhode Island | $5,260 | 2.1% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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