Southeast Fairbanks Census Area Health Data
Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, Alaska
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
40/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
75.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.4 yr
State avg 75.6 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.1%
State avg 15.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
57
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
240
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
18.3%
State avg 19.1%
National avg 19.6%
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 Southeast Fairbanks Census Area differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Southeast Fairbanks Census Area | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 35.0% | 35.3% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 9.0% | 10.4% | 11.2% | 1.4 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.8% | 32.8% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 19.7% | 19.7% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Southeast Fairbanks Census Area | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 18.0% | 19.3% | 16.3% | 1.3 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% | 18.4% | 17.8% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.1% | 24.2% | 27.0% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Southeast Fairbanks Census Area | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 64.2% | 66.0% | 74.9% | 1.8 pts worse than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 52.7% | 53.6% | 57.3% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 61.9% | 64.4% | 73.3% | 2.5 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Southeast Fairbanks Census Area | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 16.7% | 17.0% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 35.9% | 37.3% | 37.3% | 1.4 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Southeast Fairbanks Census Area nationally on mammography (women 50–74).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Primary Care Provider Ratio Below National Median in Southeast Fairbanks
Health data brief for Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, Alaska.
Southeast Fairbanks Census Area has 57 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The area's uninsured rate is 16.1%, which is just above the Alaska state average of 15.9% and significantly higher than the 10% national average. Residents report a life expectancy of 75.4 years, slightly below the state average of 75.6 years and the national average of 77 years. Mental health provider density is 240 per 100,000, sitting close to the national median of 250. Additionally, 18.3% of adults in the region report poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. These statistics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings and the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, Alaska
Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Southeast Fairbanks Census Area.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
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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.