Copper River Census Area Health Data
Copper River Census Area, Alaska
Health Score
44/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
Pending
Uninsured Rate
14.3%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
N/A
Uninsured Rate
14.3%
State avg 15.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
38
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
337
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Copper River Census Area, Alaska
Modest health challenges with limited data
Life expectancy remains unreported for Copper River, but 16.6% report poor or fair health—close to the national average of 17.5%. The 14.3% uninsured rate sits just below Alaska's state average of 15.9%, suggesting moderate access relative to national trends.
Average health profile for Alaska region
Copper River's 16.6% poor/fair health rate and 14.3% uninsured rate both track near Alaska's averages, indicating a typical rural health profile. Without reported life expectancy, the full picture of health outcomes remains incomplete.
Primary care shortage despite mental health access
At just 38 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Copper River faces a severe primary care shortage—among Alaska's lowest. With 337 mental health providers per 100,000, the region shows stronger behavioral health capacity, but routine medical care availability is a critical constraint.
Scarce primary care drives delayed diagnoses
The 38 primary care providers per 100,000 means finding a regular doctor is genuinely difficult, likely forcing residents to rely on emergency care for preventable conditions. While 14.3% uninsured is relatively low, even insured residents struggle to access routine checkups.
Coverage alone isn't enough—plan ahead
Getting insured is essential, but given primary care scarcity, establish relationships with available providers and plan regular check-ups now. Call 1-800-318-2596 to explore coverage options and connect with community health resources that can bridge gaps.
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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.