San Joaquin County Health Data

San Joaquin County, California

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

56/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.4 yr

State avg 78.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

State avg 7.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

59

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

291

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

20.3%

State avg 18.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

7.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 58.5 per 100K

Dentists

3.2

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

3.8

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where San Joaquin County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSan JoaquinState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity30.6%30.0%37.6%0.6 pts worse than state
Diabetes11.7%10.3%11.2%1.4 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure29.3%29.3%33.5%near state average
Depression19.7%22.7%24.1%3.0 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureSan JoaquinState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking12.7%12.6%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking14.5%17.6%17.8%3.1 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity25.9%24.1%27.0%1.8 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSan JoaquinState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup70.0%70.0%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)58.5%61.3%57.3%2.8 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)76.6%74.3%73.3%2.3 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureSan JoaquinState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.4%18.3%18.6%0.9 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration38.4%35.3%37.3%3.1 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare San Joaquin County nationally on binge drinking.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Life expectancy in San Joaquin County stands at 76.4 years

Health data brief for San Joaquin County, California.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

San Joaquin County residents have a life expectancy of 76.4 years, which is shorter than the national average of 77 years and the California state average of 78.5 years. Approximately 20.3% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, which is higher than the 17% national average. The county has 59 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, lower than the national median of 70. There are 291 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, higher than the national median of 250. The uninsured rate is 7.6%, which is higher than the state average of 7.2% but lower than the national rate of 10%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in San Joaquin County, California

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Sutter Tracy Community Hospital

ER
4/5
(209) 835-1500
1420 North Tracy Blvd, Tracy, CA 95376
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

Kaiser Foundation Hospital Manteca

ER
4/5
(209) 825-3700
1777 West Yosemite Ave, Manteca, CA 95337
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

St Joseph's Medical Center of Stockton

ER
3/5
(209) 943-2000
1800 N California St, Stockton, CA 95204
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of San Joaquin County, CA?
San Joaquin County has a health score of 56/100, rated "Average." It ranks #38 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 San Joaquin County?
Life expectancy in San Joaquin County is 76.4 years. The California state average is 78.5 years, making San Joaquin County below the state average.
How does San Joaquin County health compare to the California average?
San Joaquin County's health score of 56/100 is below the California average of 67/100. Life expectancy is 76.4 years vs. the state average of 78.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 7.2% statewide.
What health factors affect San Joaquin County?
Key health factors for San Joaquin County include: life expectancy (76.4 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (59:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 291:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is San Joaquin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 56/100 ("Average"), San Joaquin County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in California. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.4 years. 7.6% 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 San Joaquin County?
San Joaquin County's health score of 56/100 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.