Capitol Planning Region Health Data
Capitol Planning Region, Connecticut
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
84/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
Pending
Uninsured Rate
5.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
N/A
Uninsured Rate
5.8%
State avg 6.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
656
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
15.4%
State avg 14.8%
National avg 19.6%
Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health
These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Capitol Planning Region differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Capitol Planning Region | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 32.4% | 30.6% | 37.6% | 1.8 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 9.2% | 8.4% | 11.2% | 0.8 pts worse than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% | 28.4% | 33.5% | 0.6 pts worse than state |
| Depression | 21.8% | 22.0% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Capitol Planning Region | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 11.1% | 11.1% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% | 17.1% | 17.8% | 0.9 pts better than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.5% | 23.9% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Capitol Planning Region | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 79.6% | 78.3% | 74.9% | 1.3 pts better than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 69.1% | 69.9% | 57.3% | 0.8 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 80.6% | 78.6% | 73.3% | 2.0 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Capitol Planning Region | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 17.2% | 17.0% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 37.5% | 36.6% | 37.3% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Capitol Planning Region nationally on mammography (women 50–74).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Capitol Planning Region mental health provider ratio exceeds national median
Health data brief for Capitol Planning Region, Connecticut.
Mental health provider ratio is the standout metric at 656 providers per 100,000 residents. This figure is significantly higher than the national median of 250 per 100,000 residents. In other health categories, 15.4% of adults report poor or fair health, which is a smaller percentage than the national average of 17%. The region's uninsured rate is 5.8%, which sits slightly lower than the Connecticut state average of 6.0% and is well below the national average of 10%. These data points come from the CDC County Health Rankings and federal provider records. The region demonstrates a higher concentration of mental health professionals than many other areas of the country. Researchers use these ratios to understand the availability of clinical resources within a specific planning region. Review the CDC County Health Rankings methodology for further context.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
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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.