Emergency Conservation Program payments in Washington County, Rhode Island totaled $200,750 in 2023
Counties in Washington County, Rhode Island Receiving Emergency Conservation Program payments, 2023
| Rank | County | Emergency Conservation Program 2023 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Providence County, Rhode Island | $291,394 | 39.5% | 39.5% |
| 2 | Washington County, Rhode Island | $200,750 | 27.2% | 66.6% |
| 3 | Newport County, Rhode Island | $174,298 | 23.6% | 90.2% |
| 4 | Kent County, Rhode Island | $55,962 | 7.6% | 97.8% |
| 5 | Bristol County, Rhode Island | $16,156 | 2.2% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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