Sonoma County Health Data
Sonoma County, California
Health Score
87/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
80.6 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
80.6 yr
State avg 78.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.7%
State avg 7.2%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
102
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
586
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Sonoma County, California
Sonoma's life expectancy leads the nation
At 80.6 years, Sonoma residents live more than 5 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.1 years. The county's 14.4% poor/fair health rate also beats the national average of 18%, reflecting strong overall health outcomes.
Outperforming California on longevity
Sonoma's 80.6-year life expectancy exceeds California's 78.5-year average by 2.1 years. This places the county among the healthiest in the state, with fewer residents reporting poor or fair health compared to state norms.
Sonoma stands apart in the region
Sonoma's 80.6-year life expectancy far exceeds neighboring Stanislaus (75.4 years) and Sutter (77.3 years) counties. The county also leads the region in mental health provider density at 586 per 100,000, more than double Stanislaus's 283.
Access remains strong across providers
Sonoma's 6.7% uninsured rate ranks below the state average of 7.2%, and residents have solid access to care with 102 primary care providers per 100,000. The county's robust mental health infrastructure—586 providers per 100,000—supports comprehensive behavioral health services.
Keep coverage strong for all
While Sonoma's 6.7% uninsured rate is better than the state average, nearly 1 in 15 residents still lack health insurance. Explore coverage options at Covered California or local health departments to ensure you and your family stay protected.
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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.