Western Connecticut Planning Region Health Data
Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
86/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
Pending
Uninsured Rate
6.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
N/A
Uninsured Rate
6.8%
State avg 6.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
431
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
12.8%
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 Western Connecticut Planning Region differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Western Connecticut Planning Region | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 25.6% | 30.6% | 37.6% | 5.0 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 7.4% | 8.4% | 11.2% | 1.0 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.9% | 28.4% | 33.5% | 3.5 pts better than state |
| Depression | 19.3% | 22.0% | 24.1% | 2.7 pts better than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Western Connecticut Planning Region | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 8.7% | 11.1% | 16.3% | 2.4 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% | 17.1% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.4% | 23.9% | 27.0% | 2.5 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Western Connecticut Planning Region | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 77.3% | 78.3% | 74.9% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 72.8% | 69.9% | 57.3% | 2.9 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 78.9% | 78.6% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Western Connecticut Planning Region | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 14.9% | 17.0% | 18.6% | 2.1 pts better than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 33.4% | 36.6% | 37.3% | 3.2 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Western Connecticut Planning Region nationally on obesity.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Western Connecticut Mental Health Provider Rates Exceed National Median
Health data brief for Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut.
Western Connecticut Planning Region reports 431 mental health providers for every 100,000 residents, a rate notably higher than the national median of approximately 250 providers. This density of clinical professionals distinguishes the region when compared to broader national figures. For general health reporting, 12.8% of adults in the region describe their health as poor or fair, which is less than the 17% reported nationally. Additionally, the region’s uninsured rate is 6.8%. This percentage is higher than the Connecticut state average of 6.0%, though it is lower than the national uninsured rate of roughly 10%. These statistics represent documented clinical availability and reported health status for the region compared to state and national benchmarks. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology for further data definitions.
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.