Total Emergency Relief Program payments in Washington County, Rhode Island totaled $55,627 from 1995-2023.
Counties in Washington County, Rhode Island Receiving Total Emergency Relief Program payments, 1995-2023
| Rank | County | Total Emergency Relief Program 1995-2023 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kent County, Rhode Island | $556,594 | 55.1% | 55.1% |
| 2 | Newport County, Rhode Island | $201,229 | 19.9% | 75.0% |
| 3 | Providence County, Rhode Island | $171,342 | 17.0% | 92.0% |
| 4 | Washington County, Rhode Island | $55,627 | 5.5% | 97.5% |
| 5 | Bristol County, Rhode Island | $25,109 | 2.5% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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