Humboldt County Health Data

Humboldt County, California

Health Score

58/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

State avg 78.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.0%

State avg 7.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

61

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

624

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Humboldt County, California

Humboldt's health lags national average

Life expectancy in Humboldt County is 75.8 years—about 2.3 years below the U.S. average of 76.1—while 19.6% of residents report poor or fair health, slightly above the national 18% rate. The county shows moderate health challenges relative to the nation.

Below California health benchmarks

Humboldt's 75.8-year life expectancy trails California's 78.5-year average by 2.7 years, ranking below the state median. However, its 19.6% poor/fair health rate is closer to state norms, suggesting health challenges are real but not as acute as some inland peers.

Mental health services stand out

Humboldt has the highest density of mental health providers (624 per 100K) among these eight counties, nearly triple the rate in Glenn County (199 per 100K), suggesting a proactive approach to behavioral health. But with 61 primary care providers per 100,000, primary care access remains below state benchmarks.

Low uninsured rate, sparse primary care

At 7.0%, Humboldt's uninsured rate nearly matches California's 7.2% average, meaning most residents have coverage. Yet 61 primary care providers per 100,000—below state levels—means geographic isolation and limited appointment availability may delay routine care in this coastal county.

Humboldt residents: stay covered

Although most Humboldt residents have insurance, about 1 in 14 remain uninsured and vulnerable to health crises. Visit CoveredCA.com to review or upgrade your coverage, especially important given limited local primary care options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Humboldt County, CA?
Humboldt County has a health score of 58/100, rated "Average." It ranks #36 out of 58 counties in California (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Humboldt County?
Life expectancy in Humboldt County is 75.8 years. The California state average is 78.5 years, making Humboldt County below the state average.
How does Humboldt County health compare to the California average?
Humboldt County's health score of 58/100 is below the California average of 67/100. Life expectancy is 75.8 years vs. the state average of 78.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.0% vs. 7.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Humboldt County?
Key health factors for Humboldt County include: life expectancy (75.8 years), uninsured rate (7.0%), and primary care physician access (61:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 624:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Humboldt County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 58/100 ("Average"), Humboldt County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in California. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.8 years. 7.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Humboldt County?
Humboldt County's health score of 58/100 is below the California average of 67/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.