Santa Clara County Health Data

Santa Clara County, California

Health Score

94/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

83.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

83.8 yr

State avg 78.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.0%

State avg 7.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

107

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

453

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Santa Clara County, California

Silicon Valley's longevity advantage

Santa Clara County residents live to 83.8 years, beating the U.S. average of 78.3 years by 5.5 years. With 14.8% reporting poor or fair health—below the national 18% rate—the county demonstrates strong population health outcomes.

Among California's healthiest

Santa Clara's 83.8-year life expectancy exceeds California's 78.5 average by 5.3 years, positioning it as a top-performing county. The uninsured rate of 4.0% sits well below the state average of 7.2%, reflecting excellent coverage.

Edges out regional competitors

Santa Clara's 14.8% poor/fair health rate trails only San Mateo County (13.2%) among Bay Area peers, while its 4.0% uninsured rate ranks lowest in the region. Life expectancy at 83.8 years ranks second only to San Mateo's 84.1 years.

Excellent access, strong primary care

Just 4.0% of Santa Clara residents lack health insurance, providing nearly universal coverage. The county maintains 107 primary care providers and 453 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, supporting comprehensive and accessible healthcare delivery.

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Though Santa Clara leads on coverage, changes in employment or income can disrupt protection. Check coveredca.com annually to confirm your plan remains optimal and explore options if life circumstances shift.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Santa Clara County, CA?
Santa Clara County has a health score of 94/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #5 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 Santa Clara County?
Life expectancy in Santa Clara County is 83.8 years. The California state average is 78.5 years, making Santa Clara County above the state average.
How does Santa Clara County health compare to the California average?
Santa Clara County's health score of 94/100 is above the California average of 67/100. Life expectancy is 83.8 years vs. the state average of 78.5 years. The uninsured rate is 4.0% vs. 7.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Santa Clara County?
Key health factors for Santa Clara County include: life expectancy (83.8 years), uninsured rate (4.0%), and primary care physician access (107:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 453:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Santa Clara County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 94/100 ("Excellent"), Santa Clara County is one of the healthier counties in California. Residents have a life expectancy of 83.8 years. 4.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Santa Clara County healthier than the California average?
Santa Clara County's health score of 94/100 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.