Sutter County Health Data

Sutter County, California

Health Score

51/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

77.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.3 yr

State avg 78.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.8%

State avg 7.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

76

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

375

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Sutter County, California

Sutter faces persistent health disparities

At 77.3 years, Sutter's life expectancy slightly exceeds the U.S. average of 76.1 years. However, nearly 1 in 4 residents (23%) report poor or fair health—far above the national average of 18%—signaling deeper health challenges.

High health burden across the county

Sutter's 77.3-year life expectancy falls below California's 78.5-year average, and the 23% poor/fair health rate ranks among the state's worst. This suggests underlying health risks that extend beyond life expectancy alone.

Struggling compared to adjacent counties

Sutter's 77.3-year life expectancy lags Sonoma (80.6 years) significantly, though it exceeds Stanislaus (75.4 years). The county's 23% poor/fair health rate is the highest among regional peers, indicating serious population health challenges.

Provider access below regional standards

Sutter's 8.8% uninsured rate exceeds the state average of 7.2%, and the county has only 76 primary care providers per 100,000—below regional averages. With 375 mental health providers per 100,000, behavioral care is more available than primary services, yet overall access remains constrained.

Closing the coverage gap matters here

Nearly 1 in 11 Sutter residents lack health insurance, above the state average. Reach out to Covered California or your county health department immediately to explore coverage options that fit your budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Sutter County, CA?
Sutter County has a health score of 51/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #46 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 Sutter County?
Life expectancy in Sutter County is 77.3 years. The California state average is 78.5 years, making Sutter County below the state average.
How does Sutter County health compare to the California average?
Sutter County's health score of 51/100 is below the California average of 67/100. Life expectancy is 77.3 years vs. the state average of 78.5 years. The uninsured rate is 8.8% vs. 7.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Sutter County?
Key health factors for Sutter County include: life expectancy (77.3 years), uninsured rate (8.8%), and primary care physician access (76:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 375:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sutter County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 51/100 ("Below Average"), Sutter County faces health challenges compared to other counties in California. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.3 years. 8.8% 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 Sutter County?
Sutter County's health score of 51/100 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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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.