Tehama County Health Data

Tehama County, California

Health Score

49/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.3 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

53

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

233

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Tehama County, California

Tehama's life expectancy trails the nation

At 74.3 years, Tehama residents live nearly 2 years shorter than the U.S. average of 76.1 years. Over 1 in 5 residents (20.9%) report poor or fair health, exceeding the national average of 18%.

Among California's lowest health outcomes

Tehama's 74.3-year life expectancy ranks among the lowest in California, trailing the state average of 78.5 years by 4.2 years. The 20.9% poor/fair health rate also significantly exceeds state norms.

Facing the region's steepest health challenges

Tehama's 74.3-year life expectancy is the lowest among nearby counties, trailing Trinity (77 years) by nearly 3 years. At 53 primary care providers per 100,000, Tehama has fewer physicians than nearly all regional peers, exacerbating care gaps.

Critical shortages in primary care access

Despite a 7.2% uninsured rate near the state average, Tehama residents struggle to access care with only 53 primary care providers per 100,000—the lowest in the region. Mental health services at 233 providers per 100,000 are also among the most constrained regionally.

Insurance alone won't solve access issues

While Tehama's uninsured rate matches the state average, the county's severe shortage of primary care providers makes coverage less meaningful without care to access. Check your insurance eligibility through Covered California or county services, and ask about telemedicine or regional care options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Tehama County, CA?
Tehama County has a health score of 49/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #47 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 Tehama County?
Life expectancy in Tehama County is 74.3 years. The California state average is 78.5 years, making Tehama County below the state average.
How does Tehama County health compare to the California average?
Tehama County's health score of 49/100 is below the California average of 67/100. Life expectancy is 74.3 years vs. the state average of 78.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.2% vs. 7.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Tehama County?
Key health factors for Tehama County include: life expectancy (74.3 years), uninsured rate (7.2%), and primary care physician access (53:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 233:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Tehama County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 49/100 ("Below Average"), Tehama County faces health challenges compared to other counties in California. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.3 years. 7.2% 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 Tehama County?
Tehama County's health score of 49/100 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.