Trinity County Health Data

Trinity County, California

Health Score

67/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.0 yr

State avg 78.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.0%

State avg 7.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

19

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

332

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Trinity County, California

Trinity's life expectancy near national average

At 77 years, Trinity residents live just below the U.S. average of 76.1 years. The 19.5% poor/fair health rate slightly exceeds the national average of 18%, suggesting moderate but manageable health challenges.

Below California's health performance

Trinity's 77-year life expectancy falls below California's 78.5-year average by 1.5 years, and the 19.5% poor/fair health rate exceeds state trends. The county performs below state norms across key health indicators.

Lower health outcomes than regional peers

Trinity's 77-year life expectancy trails Sonoma (80.6 years) and Tuolumne (76.4 years), though it exceeds Stanislaus (75.4 years). The county stands out negatively for primary care access at just 19 providers per 100,000—far below all regional peers.

Extreme primary care provider shortage

Trinity's 6% uninsured rate is among the lowest in the state, but this masks a critical problem: only 19 primary care providers per 100,000 residents make up the region's most severe shortage. Mental health services at 332 providers per 100,000 are relatively stronger, but primary care barriers limit overall health access.

Coverage is just the first step here

Trinity's excellent 6% uninsured rate means most residents have insurance, yet extreme provider shortages limit care access. Verify your coverage through Covered California, then work with your county health department to locate available primary care or explore telehealth options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Trinity County, CA?
Trinity County has a health score of 67/100, rated "Average." It ranks #31 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 Trinity County?
Life expectancy in Trinity County is 77.0 years. The California state average is 78.5 years, making Trinity County below the state average.
How does Trinity County health compare to the California average?
Trinity County's health score of 67/100 is equal to the California average of 67/100. Life expectancy is 77.0 years vs. the state average of 78.5 years. The uninsured rate is 6.0% vs. 7.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Trinity County?
Key health factors for Trinity County include: life expectancy (77.0 years), uninsured rate (6.0%), and primary care physician access (19:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 332:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Trinity County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 67/100 ("Average"), Trinity County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in California. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.0 years. 6.0% 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 Trinity County?
Trinity County's health score of 67/100 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.