Naugatuck Valley Planning Region Health Data

Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut

Health Score

79/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

6.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

6.4%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

371

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut

Naugatuck Valley's Mixed Health Outlook

Naugatuck Valley reports a 15.8% poor/fair health rate, putting the region in line with many U.S. communities. While not alarming, this figure reflects consistent health challenges that warrant attention and investment.

Slightly Higher Uninsured Rate

Naugatuck Valley's 6.4% uninsured rate edges above Connecticut's 6.0% state average, affecting roughly one in 16 residents. This gap suggests room for improvement in insurance accessibility across the region.

Mid-Range Health Compared to State

Naugatuck Valley's 15.8% poor/fair health rate places it in the middle of Connecticut's regions—better than Greater Bridgeport (17.2%) but worse than Lower Connecticut River Valley (12.2%) and Northwest Hills (14.0%). Its uninsured rate of 6.4% is also moderate within the state.

Limited Mental Health Provider Access

Naugatuck Valley offers 371 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, one of the lowest rates in Connecticut. Residents seeking therapy or counseling may face longer wait times and travel distances for behavioral health care.

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With 6.4% of Naugatuck Valley residents uninsured, now's the time to review your coverage. Visit healthcare.gov or contact your local community health center to compare Medicaid eligibility, ACA plans, and employer benefits for your household.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, CT?
Naugatuck Valley Planning Region has a health score of 79/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #8 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 Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
Life expectancy data for Naugatuck Valley Planning Region is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does Naugatuck Valley Planning Region health compare to the Connecticut average?
Naugatuck Valley Planning Region's health score of 79/100 is below the Connecticut average of 84/100. The uninsured rate is 6.4% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
Key health factors for Naugatuck Valley Planning Region include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (6.4%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 371:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Naugatuck Valley Planning Region a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 79/100 ("Excellent"), Naugatuck Valley Planning Region is one of the healthier counties in Connecticut. 6.4% 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 Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
Naugatuck Valley Planning Region's health score of 79/100 is below the Connecticut average of 84/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.