Authors
United States Department of Agriculture
The US Household Food Security Survey is a tool used to measure the food security status of households. It assesses whether households have consistent, dependable access to enough food for active, healthy living.
What this tool is good for:
This tool may be used to monitor the extent and severity of food insecurity in households, and inform public policies and programs aimed at improving food security.
Type of tool
Screening
Specific gender
Non-specific
Age validated for use with
Adults (18+ years)
Eating disorders
General
Evaluates
Dietary intake, Quality of life
Delivery Setting
Self-report
Number of Questions
18
Specific Populations
General population
Approximate administration time:
10-15-minutes
Free access
Yes
Languages
Notes
Alternative versions, including shorter forms and those adapted for youth, can be found here: https://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/food-nutrition-assistance/food-security-in-the-us/survey-tools
Type of tool
Screening
Specific gender
Non-specific
Age validated for use with
Adults (18+ years)
Eating disorders
General
Evaluates
Dietary intake, Quality of life
Delivery Setting
Self-report
Number of Questions
18
Specific Populations
General population
Approximate administration time:
10-15-minutes
Free access
Yes
Languages
Notes
Alternative versions, including shorter forms and those adapted for youth, can be found here: https://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/food-nutrition-assistance/food-security-in-the-us/survey-tools