Fresno County Health Data
Fresno County, California
Health Score
47/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
75.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.9 yr
State avg 78.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.7%
State avg 7.2%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
68
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
489
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Fresno County, California
Fresno's health challenges run deep
Life expectancy in Fresno County is 75.9 years—about 3.8 years below the U.S. average of 76.1—while 24.3% of residents report poor or fair health, more than one-third higher than the national 18% rate. These metrics point to significant health disparities affecting the county.
Lagging California health outcomes
Fresno's 75.9-year life expectancy falls nearly 3 years short of California's 78.5-year average, placing it among the state's lower-performing counties. The 24.3% poor/fair health rate is significantly higher than the state trend, indicating persistent health challenges.
Competing with struggling Central Valley
Fresno's life expectancy slightly exceeds Kern County (74.2 years) but trails Inyo County (76.6 years), reflecting broader Central Valley health struggles. With 68 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Fresno has more capacity than neighboring Kings County (37 per 100K) but less than healthier regions.
Insurance gaps compound health barriers
Fresno's 7.7% uninsured rate exceeds California's 7.2% average, leaving roughly 1 in 13 residents without coverage when medical needs arise. Limited mental health providers (489 per 100K) and moderate primary care availability (68 per 100K) mean many residents face barriers to both preventive and specialized care.
Fresno: get covered today
Over 24,000 Fresno residents lack health insurance—putting them at risk for financial hardship from unexpected illness. Check CoveredCA.com or call 1-800-300-1506 to find affordable coverage and mental health support options.
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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.