Direct Payment Program payments in Washington County, Rhode Island totaled $129,942 from 1995-2023.
Counties in Washington County, Rhode Island Receiving Direct Payment Program payments, 1995-2023
| Rank | County | Direct Payment Program 1995-2023 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington County, Rhode Island | $129,942 | 57.7% | 57.7% |
| 2 | Newport County, Rhode Island | $55,248 | 24.5% | 82.2% |
| 3 | Providence County, Rhode Island | $22,037 | 9.8% | 92.0% |
| 4 | Kent County, Rhode Island | $14,835 | 6.6% | 98.6% |
| 5 | Bristol County, Rhode Island | $3,216 | 1.4% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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