Nome Census Area Health Data
Nome Census Area, Alaska
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
8/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
68.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
14.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
68.9 yr
State avg 75.6 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
14.5%
State avg 15.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
132
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
1127
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
28.8%
State avg 19.1%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
131.0
per 100K residentsCDC: 131.8 per 100K
Dentists
80.6
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
40.3
per 100K residents
Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.
Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health
These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Nome Census Area differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Nome Census Area | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 38.8% | 35.3% | 37.6% | 3.5 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 13.7% | 10.4% | 11.2% | 3.3 pts worse than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.5% | 32.8% | 33.5% | 2.7 pts worse than state |
| Depression | 20.1% | 19.7% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Nome Census Area | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 28.7% | 19.3% | 16.3% | 9.4 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% | 18.4% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.3% | 24.2% | 27.0% | 6.1 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Nome Census Area | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 65.3% | 66.0% | 74.9% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 39.4% | 53.6% | 57.3% | 14.2 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 58.7% | 64.4% | 73.3% | 5.7 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Nome Census Area | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 20.0% | 17.0% | 18.6% | 3.0 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 44.0% | 37.3% | 37.3% | 6.7 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Nome Census Area nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Nome Census Area Mental Health Provider Ratio Exceeds National Medians
Health data brief for Nome Census Area, Alaska.
The Nome Census Area features a mental health provider ratio of 1,127 per 100,000 residents, more than four times the national median of 250 per 100,000. The primary care provider ratio is 132 per 100,000, which is also higher than the national median of 70. However, the life expectancy in the area is 68.9 years, significantly lower than both the state average of 75.6 years and the national average of 77 years. Additionally, 28.8% of residents report poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate is 14.5%, which is below the state average of 15.9%. Review the HHS National Plan & Provider Enumeration System for more information.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
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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.