Aleutians East Borough Health Data

Aleutians East Borough, Alaska

Health Score

24/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

19.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

19.6%

State avg 15.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

87

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Aleutians East Borough, Alaska

Health snapshot limited by data gaps

While national life expectancy stands at 76.1 years, Aleutians East's data remains incomplete, making direct comparison impossible at this time. What we do know: nearly 1 in 5 residents (19.8%) report poor or fair health—above the national average of 17.5%—signaling underlying health challenges in this remote community.

Higher health burden than Alaska average

Aleutians East's 19.8% poor/fair health rate exceeds Alaska's 18.2% average, placing it among the state's struggling health regions. The uninsured rate of 19.6% also outpaces the state average of 15.9%, leaving more residents vulnerable to healthcare gaps.

Mental health access stands out

With 87 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, Aleutians East falls below Alaska's regional mental health capacity but matches smaller boroughs' baseline. Isolation and geographic remoteness compound healthcare access challenges across this sparsely populated region.

Nearly 1 in 5 lack health coverage

The 19.6% uninsured rate means roughly 1 in 5 people defer care, skip medications, or face medical bills they can't pay. Limited primary care provider data reflects the real barrier: finding consistent, nearby healthcare in Alaska's remote settlements requires planning and travel.

Coverage protects your family

If you're uninsured, investigate Alaska's marketplace plans at healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 for free enrollment help. Many residents qualify for subsidies that lower premiums—making coverage far cheaper than facing an unexpected medical crisis without protection.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Aleutians East Borough, AK?
Aleutians East Borough has a health score of 24/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #21 out of 30 counties in Alaska (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Aleutians East Borough?
Life expectancy data for Aleutians East Borough is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does Aleutians East Borough health compare to the Alaska average?
Aleutians East Borough's health score of 24/100 is below the Alaska average of 40/100. The uninsured rate is 19.6% vs. 15.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Aleutians East Borough?
Key health factors for Aleutians East Borough include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (19.6%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 87:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Aleutians East Borough a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 24/100 ("Below Average"), Aleutians East Borough faces health challenges compared to other counties in Alaska. 19.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Aleutians East Borough?
Aleutians East Borough's health score of 24/100 is below the Alaska average of 40/100. The uninsured rate of 19.6% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.