San Luis Obispo County Health Data
San Luis Obispo County, California
Health Score
83/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
80.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
80.7 yr
State avg 78.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.2%
State avg 7.2%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
83
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
733
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in San Luis Obispo County, California
San Luis Obispo leads in longevity
San Luis Obispo residents live 80.7 years on average, exceeding the U.S. average of 80.2 years by more than half a year. Only 15.1% report poor or fair health, well below the national average of 15%, reflecting strong population wellness. The county ranks among America's healthiest.
Well above California's average
At 80.7 years, San Luis Obispo's life expectancy exceeds California's 78.5-year average by 2.2 years, placing it in the state's top tier. The 7.2% uninsured rate matches the state average exactly, indicating balanced coverage access. San Luis Obispo combines health equity with excellent health outcomes.
Regional health leader with balance
San Luis Obispo's 80.7-year life expectancy matches or exceeds all peers except San Francisco (82.4) and San Diego (80.3), positioning it as a health leader. The 7.2% uninsured rate is below Riverside (8.3%), San Bernardino (8.7%), and San Joaquin (7.6%), showing strong coverage breadth. San Luis Obispo achieves rural health excellence.
Strong providers and access support outcomes
San Luis Obispo offers 83 primary care providers and 733 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—among the best in this group. The 7.2% uninsured rate ensures most residents access preventive and behavioral health care. Strong provider networks and coverage work together to drive longevity.
Sustain San Luis Obispo's health legacy
San Luis Obispo's 7.2% uninsured rate is at the state average, but closing that final gap matters for the county's most vulnerable. If you're uninsured, visiting coveredca.com connects you to preventive care, mental health support, and chronic disease management. Keep the county moving toward universal coverage.
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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.