Chugach Census Area Health Data
Chugach Census Area, Alaska
Health Score
50/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
Pending
Uninsured Rate
17.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
N/A
Uninsured Rate
17.5%
State avg 15.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
159
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
222
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Chugach Census Area, Alaska
Solid health status with coverage gaps
While life expectancy data isn't available, Chugach's 13.6% poor/fair health rate outperforms the national average of 17.5%, indicating relatively good underlying health. However, 17.5% lack health insurance—above the U.S. average and the state rate of 15.9%—leaving roughly 1 in 6 vulnerable.
Good health outcomes, weak insurance reach
Chugach's 13.6% poor/fair health rate ranks among Alaska's best, but its 17.5% uninsured rate trails few Alaska regions. This gap suggests that while most residents report good health now, those without insurance face barriers to preventive care that could worsen outcomes later.
Strong primary care, adequate mental health
With 159 primary care providers and 222 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, Chugach exceeds many rural Alaska areas in provider capacity. This infrastructure should support better care access if uninsured residents can afford it.
Uninsured rate threatens good health gains
At 17.5%, Chugach's uninsured rate is the highest gap between good current health (13.6% poor/fair) and coverage—suggesting people are healthy now but at risk. Without insurance, a single illness or injury could spiral into debt and delayed care.
Don't wait until you're sick
With strong primary care available, now is the time to secure coverage and use preventive services while you're healthy. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore plans—many qualify for subsidies that cut premiums dramatically.
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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.