Nevada County Health Data

Nevada County, California

Health Score

81/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.0 yr

State avg 78.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

State avg 7.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

73

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

1143

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Nevada County, California

Nevada County's healthy trajectory

Nevada residents live to 80.0 years on average, beating the U.S. average of 78.5 years by 1.5 years. At 17.0% reporting poor or fair health, Nevada shows a relatively healthy population with manageable chronic disease burden.

Nevada outperforms state average

Nevada's 80.0-year life expectancy surpasses California's 78.5-year average, positioning the county among the state's healthier regions. The 17.0% poor/fair health rate is below state patterns, indicating better-than-average wellness.

Nevada leads Sierra foothills

Nevada's 80.0-year life expectancy tops Plumas (78.2) and Modoc (74.6), reflecting strong regional health leadership. With 73 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Nevada has solid frontline access compared to rural peers.

Lowest uninsured rate in cohort

At just 6.2%, Nevada's uninsured rate is the lowest among these eight counties and below California's 7.2% average, ensuring most residents have coverage. Nevada also boasts 1,143 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—an exceptional resource that far exceeds all peers.

Nevada County coverage is strong

Nevada's high coverage rate means most residents already have health insurance, but if you're in the 6.2% uninsured, options exist. Covered California and local enrollment assistance are ready to help you get covered.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Nevada County, CA?
Nevada County has a health score of 81/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #16 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 Nevada County?
Life expectancy in Nevada County is 80.0 years. The California state average is 78.5 years, making Nevada County above the state average.
How does Nevada County health compare to the California average?
Nevada County's health score of 81/100 is above the California average of 67/100. Life expectancy is 80.0 years vs. the state average of 78.5 years. The uninsured rate is 6.2% vs. 7.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Nevada County?
Key health factors for Nevada County include: life expectancy (80.0 years), uninsured rate (6.2%), and primary care physician access (73:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 1,143:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Nevada County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 81/100 ("Excellent"), Nevada County is one of the healthier counties in California. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.0 years. 6.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Nevada County healthier than the California average?
Nevada County's health score of 81/100 exceeds the California average of 67/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.