Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region Health Data

Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

Health Score

90/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

5.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

5.3%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

379

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

Northeast Region Shows Decent Health

Northeastern Connecticut's 14.5% poor/fair health rate is below Connecticut's median and better than national trends. This suggests residents here benefit from relatively good overall health and wellness practices.

Below-Average Uninsured Rate

Northeastern Connecticut's 5.3% uninsured rate beats Connecticut's 6.0% state average, reflecting stronger insurance coverage across the region. This means 94.7% of residents have active health protection.

Consistently Strong Across the Region

Northeastern Connecticut's 14.5% poor/fair health rate is better than most state regions, ranking fourth-best overall and well above Greater Bridgeport (17.2%) and South Central (15.6%). Its 5.3% uninsured rate also ranks among Connecticut's better performers.

Adequate Mental Health Provider Network

The region has 379 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, offering reasonable access to counseling and behavioral health services. While not the highest, this provider density supports residents seeking mental health treatment.

Keep Coverage Strong Year-Round

Northeastern Connecticut residents enjoy strong insurance rates, but coverage gaps still affect 5.3% of the population. If you're uninsured or need to switch plans, visit healthcare.gov or contact community health centers in your town for help navigating your options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, CT?
Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region has a health score of 90/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #2 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 Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region?
Life expectancy data for Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region health compare to the Connecticut average?
Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region's health score of 90/100 is above the Connecticut average of 84/100. The uninsured rate is 5.3% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region?
Key health factors for Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (5.3%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 379:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 90/100 ("Excellent"), Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region is one of the healthier counties in Connecticut. 5.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region healthier than the Connecticut average?
Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region's health score of 90/100 exceeds the Connecticut average of 84/100. 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.

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