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Greater Bridgeport Planning Region Health Data

Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, Connecticut

Health Score

64/100

Average

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

7.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

7.8%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

358

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, Connecticut

Greater Bridgeport Faces Health Challenges

Greater Bridgeport reports a 17.2% poor/fair health rate, the highest among Connecticut's planning regions and above typical national benchmarks. This elevated rate signals serious health concerns affecting a significant share of the region's population.

Highest Uninsured Rate Statewide

Greater Bridgeport's 7.8% uninsured rate significantly exceeds Connecticut's 6.0% state average, meaning residents here face greater barriers to routine care. This gap reflects persistent economic and access challenges in the region.

Struggling Compared to Adjacent Regions

Greater Bridgeport's 17.2% poor/fair health rate is substantially worse than Lower Connecticut River Valley (12.2%), South Central Connecticut (15.6%), and Southeastern Connecticut (15.5%). Only Naugatuck Valley approaches Greater Bridgeport's health challenges.

Mental Health Services Fall Short

Greater Bridgeport has just 358 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, the lowest in Connecticut—well below regions like Capitol (656) and South Central (606). This shortage makes it harder for residents to access counseling, therapy, and behavioral health treatment.

Urgent: Get Health Coverage Now

With 7.8% of Greater Bridgeport residents uninsured, finding coverage should be a priority. Visit healthcare.gov, call 2-1-1 Connecticut, or contact Bridgeport's community health centers to explore Medicaid, subsidized ACA plans, and free care options in your area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, CT?
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region has a health score of 64/100, rated "Average." It ranks #9 out of 9 counties in Connecticut (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 Greater Bridgeport Planning Region?
Life expectancy data for Greater Bridgeport Planning Region is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does Greater Bridgeport Planning Region health compare to the Connecticut average?
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region's health score of 64/100 is below the Connecticut average of 84/100. The uninsured rate is 7.8% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Greater Bridgeport Planning Region?
Key health factors for Greater Bridgeport Planning Region include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (7.8%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 358:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Greater Bridgeport Planning Region a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 64/100 ("Average"), Greater Bridgeport Planning Region has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Connecticut. 7.8% 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 Greater Bridgeport Planning Region?
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region's health score of 64/100 is below the Connecticut average of 84/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

Counties with Similar Health Profile

Naugatuck Valley Planning Region

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+15 pts

79/100

Health score

Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

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+17 pts

82/100

Health score

South Central Connecticut Planning Region

Connecticut

+19 pts

83/100

Health score

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.

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