Androscoggin County Health Data
Androscoggin County, Maine
Health Score
65/100
Average
Life Expectancy
75.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.0 yr
State avg 76.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.1%
State avg 9.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
74
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
509
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin lags on life expectancy
At 75.0 years, Androscoggin residents live about 5 years shorter than the U.S. average of 76.4 years. The county's 14.6% poor/fair health rate exceeds national averages, suggesting persistent health challenges. These figures underscore the need for targeted health interventions in the region.
Below Maine's health standard
Androscoggin's 75.0-year life expectancy falls 1.7 years below Maine's state average of 76.7 years, placing it among the lower-performing counties statewide. With an 8.1% uninsured rate, the county performs better than the state average of 9.4%, but persistent health disparities remain. This gap suggests structural health challenges beyond just insurance coverage.
Struggling among regional peers
Androscoggin's 75.0-year life expectancy ranks among the lowest in western Maine, trailing nearby Franklin County (76.2 years) and significantly behind Cumberland County (79.5 years). The county's 14.6% poor/fair health rate mirrors Aroostook County's struggles, indicating shared challenges across inland rural Maine. Provider availability at 74 primary care physicians per 100K is below the regional norm, limiting access to care.
Insurance gaps persist despite relative strength
With 8.1% of residents uninsured, Androscoggin actually performs better than Maine's 9.4% state average, yet nearly 1 in 12 residents still lack coverage. The county supports 74 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 509 mental health providers per 100K, offering moderate mental health resources but limited primary care access. For many residents, finding a doctor within reasonable distance remains an ongoing challenge.
Explore your coverage options today
If you're among the 8.1% of Androscoggin residents without insurance, health coverage is within reach through Maine's marketplace and expansion programs. Visit maine.gov/dhhs or healthcare.gov to explore plans that fit your budget and health needs. Taking the first step toward coverage today protects your health and your wallet tomorrow.
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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.