Hoonah-Angoon Census Area Health Data
Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, Alaska
Health Score
46/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
78.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.3 yr
State avg 75.6 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.9%
State avg 15.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
221
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, Alaska
Hoonah-Angoon outpaces U.S. life expectancy
At 78.3 years, this census area matches Haines and surpasses the U.S. average of 76.4 years by nearly 2 years. The 19.4% poor/fair health rate is elevated compared to the national 18%, reflecting some regional health disparities despite strong longevity.
Above average longevity, mixed health reports
Hoonah-Angoon's 78.3-year life expectancy exceeds Alaska's 75.6-year state average, but the 19.4% poor/fair health rate runs higher than most Alaska communities. This gap suggests residents live longer but report lower quality of life—a pattern worth exploring.
Strong lifespan, higher health burden
At 78.3 years, Hoonah-Angoon matches Haines and approaches Juneau (79.8), but its 19.4% poor/fair health rate exceeds nearby communities like Ketchikan (14.7%) and Fairbanks (13.8%). This suggests health challenges distinct from simple provider access or uninsured rates.
Uninsured rate above state average
Hoonah-Angoon's 16.9% uninsured rate slightly exceeds Alaska's 15.9% average, leaving about one in six residents without coverage. Primary care data is limited, but 221 mental health providers per 100K serve a small, dispersed population in this remote area.
Close the coverage gap
Nearly one in six residents in Hoonah-Angoon lack health insurance—higher than the state average. Visit healthcare.gov or call local tribal health organizations to explore coverage options tailored to your situation.
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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.