Honolulu County Health Data
Honolulu County, Hawaii
Health Score
91/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
81.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
81.7 yr
State avg 81.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.0%
State avg 4.8%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
93
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
322
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Honolulu County, Hawaii
Honolulu tops national life expectancy benchmarks
Honolulu residents enjoy 81.7 years of life expectancy, beating the U.S. average of 76.4 years by more than five years—a striking advantage anchored by strong healthcare infrastructure and economic stability. Just 15.9% report poor or fair health, below the national 13% benchmark and suggesting resilient overall wellbeing.
Honolulu leads Hawaii on most measures
At 81.7 years, Honolulu matches or exceeds most state comparisons and ranks as one of Hawaii's healthiest counties. The county's 4.0% uninsured rate sits significantly below the state average of 4.8%, reflecting strong employer-based coverage and access to marketplace options in the state's largest metropolitan area.
Only Kauai edges ahead on longevity
Kauai's 82.4 years slightly outpaces Honolulu's 81.7, though both counties lead Hawaii overall. Honolulu compensates with 93 primary care providers per 100,000—the highest in the state—ensuring residents enjoy unmatched routine care access.
Best-insured county in the state
Honolulu's 4.0% uninsured rate is the lowest in Hawaii, meaning nearly 96% of residents have health coverage. With 93 primary care providers and 322 mental health providers per 100,000, the county delivers robust access to both routine and specialized mental healthcare.
Confirm your coverage is current
Even in well-insured Honolulu, it's worth checking that your plan still meets your needs during annual enrollment. Visit Hawaii's marketplace or speak with a local insurance broker to ensure you have the right coverage.
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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.