San Benito County Health Data
San Benito County, California
Health Score
75/100
Average
Life Expectancy
79.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.9 yr
State avg 78.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.8%
State avg 7.2%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
27
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
138
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in San Benito County, California
San Benito leads in longevity
San Benito residents live 79.9 years on average, exceeding the U.S. average of 80.2 years by just 0.3 years—essentially at parity with national norms. Only 18.4% report poor or fair health, which is below the national benchmark of 15%, indicating overall good population wellness. The county punches above its weight despite its small size.
Above California's life expectancy
At 79.9 years, San Benito's life expectancy surpasses California's 78.5-year average by 1.4 years, positioning it in the state's healthier tier. The 6.8% uninsured rate is close to the state average of 7.2%, suggesting balanced coverage access. San Benito stands out as a healthy outlier for its rural character.
Rural county with urban-level health
San Benito's 79.9-year life expectancy nearly matches San Diego (80.3 years) and San Luis Obispo (80.7 years), despite lower provider density. The 6.8% uninsured rate is better than Riverside (8.3%) and San Bernardino (8.7%) but behind San Francisco (4.2%). The county achieves solid health outcomes despite geographic constraints.
Limited providers, strong population health
San Benito has just 27 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the lowest in this comparison—and 138 mental health providers. Despite thin provider networks, the county's 6.8% uninsured rate and strong life expectancy suggest efficient care coordination and prevention focus. Access challenges may loom as population ages.
Secure coverage before you need it
San Benito's lower provider availability makes insurance coverage especially critical for accessing specialty and mental health services. Enrolling in Covered California or Medi-Cal at coveredca.com ensures you can reach care when needed. Preventive coverage today prevents emergency care tomorrow.
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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.