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.
Keep your coverage secure
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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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.