Ventura County Health Data

Ventura County, California

Health Score

71/100

Average

Life Expectancy

80.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.7 yr

State avg 78.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.5%

State avg 7.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

81

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

487

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Ventura County, California

Ventura's life expectancy leads the nation

At 80.7 years, Ventura residents live over 4.5 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.1 years. The 17.6% poor/fair health rate is also better than the national average of 18%, reflecting strong overall population health.

Among California's healthiest counties

Ventura's 80.7-year life expectancy exceeds California's 78.5-year average by 2.2 years, placing it among the state's top performers. The 17.6% poor/fair health rate also ranks better than state norms.

Competing with the region's healthiest

Ventura's 80.7-year life expectancy rivals Sonoma's 80.6 years, making both counties standouts in California health outcomes. Ventura also maintains strong provider access with 81 primary care providers per 100,000 and 487 mental health providers per 100,000.

Excellent coverage and good provider access

Ventura's 8.5% uninsured rate is slightly above the state average of 7.2%, though this is offset by solid primary care access at 81 providers per 100,000. The county's 487 mental health providers per 100,000 are among the region's highest, supporting comprehensive behavioral health services.

Maintain coverage to stay healthy

While Ventura has healthier outcomes than most counties, about 1 in 12 residents still lack insurance. Check your coverage status through Covered California or local health departments to ensure you can maintain access to the quality care that supports the county's strong health outcomes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Ventura County, CA?
Ventura County has a health score of 71/100, rated "Average." It ranks #28 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 Ventura County?
Life expectancy in Ventura County is 80.7 years. The California state average is 78.5 years, making Ventura County above the state average.
How does Ventura County health compare to the California average?
Ventura County's health score of 71/100 is above the California average of 67/100. Life expectancy is 80.7 years vs. the state average of 78.5 years. The uninsured rate is 8.5% vs. 7.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Ventura County?
Key health factors for Ventura County include: life expectancy (80.7 years), uninsured rate (8.5%), and primary care physician access (81:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 487:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Ventura County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 71/100 ("Average"), Ventura County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in California. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.7 years. 8.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Ventura County healthier than the California average?
Ventura County's health score of 71/100 exceeds the California average of 67/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.