Lake County Health Data

Lake County, California

Health Score

51/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

State avg 78.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

State avg 7.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

42

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

390

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Lake County, California

Lake County lags the nation on lifespan

Lake County residents live an average of 74.1 years, nearly 5 years shorter than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. One in five residents report poor or fair health, reflecting broader health challenges that extend across the county.

Well below California's health average

At 74.1 years, Lake County's life expectancy trails California's state average of 78.5 years by 4.4 years. The county ranks among the lowest-performing California counties on this critical health measure.

Faces steeper health burden than neighbors

Lake County's 19.2% poor/fair health rate exceeds Mariposa County's 19.9% slightly, but both lag neighbors like Marin County at 10.6%. In primary care access, Lake's 42 providers per 100,000 fall short of Mendocino County's 78 per 100,000.

Uninsured rate edges above state average

Lake County's 7.5% uninsured rate marginally exceeds California's 7.2% average, meaning roughly 1 in 13 residents lack coverage. The county has just 42 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, creating real wait times for routine care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Lake County, CA?
Lake County has a health score of 51/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #44 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 Lake County?
Life expectancy in Lake County is 74.1 years. The California state average is 78.5 years, making Lake County below the state average.
How does Lake County health compare to the California average?
Lake County's health score of 51/100 is below the California average of 67/100. Life expectancy is 74.1 years vs. the state average of 78.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.5% vs. 7.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Lake County?
Key health factors for Lake County include: life expectancy (74.1 years), uninsured rate (7.5%), and primary care physician access (42:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 390:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Lake County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 51/100 ("Below Average"), Lake County faces health challenges compared to other counties in California. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.1 years. 7.5% 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 Lake County?
Lake County's health score of 51/100 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.