Placer County Health Data

Placer County, California

Health Score

96/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

81.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

3.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

81.2 yr

State avg 78.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

3.7%

State avg 7.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

122

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

393

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Placer County, California

Placer County tops national average

Placer residents live to 81.2 years on average, surpassing the U.S. average of 78.5 years by nearly 3 years. At just 13.6% reporting poor or fair health—the lowest rate in this group—Placer demonstrates exceptional population health outcomes.

Placer among California's healthiest

With a 81.2-year life expectancy, Placer beats California's 78.5-year state average and ranks among the state's top-performing counties. The 13.6% poor/fair health rate is significantly below state trends, reflecting sustained wellness and disease prevention.

Placer leads Sacramento region

Placer's 81.2-year life expectancy matches Napa's and outpaces neighboring El Dorado, Sacramento, and Sutter counties. At 122 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Placer offers the highest provider density among these eight counties.

Lowest uninsured rate in state

At just 3.7%, Placer's uninsured rate is the lowest among these eight counties and far below California's 7.2% average, ensuring excellent coverage. With 122 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Placer leads the group in frontline healthcare access.

Placer residents: stay covered

Placer's exceptional coverage means most residents already have health insurance, but if you're in the small uninsured minority, options exist. Covered California is ready to help you find an affordable plan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Placer County, CA?
Placer County has a health score of 96/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #4 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 Placer County?
Life expectancy in Placer County is 81.2 years. The California state average is 78.5 years, making Placer County above the state average.
How does Placer County health compare to the California average?
Placer County's health score of 96/100 is above the California average of 67/100. Life expectancy is 81.2 years vs. the state average of 78.5 years. The uninsured rate is 3.7% vs. 7.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Placer County?
Key health factors for Placer County include: life expectancy (81.2 years), uninsured rate (3.7%), and primary care physician access (122:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 393:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Placer County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 96/100 ("Excellent"), Placer County is one of the healthier counties in California. Residents have a life expectancy of 81.2 years. 3.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Placer County healthier than the California average?
Placer County's health score of 96/100 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.