Cumberland County Health Data
Cumberland County, Maine
Health Score
88/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
79.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.5 yr
State avg 76.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.7%
State avg 9.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
166
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
840
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County leads the nation
At 79.5 years, Cumberland residents live nearly 3 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years, placing it among America's healthiest counties. Only 12.4% report poor or fair health, well below national norms, reflecting strong economic resources and healthcare infrastructure. Cumberland's health advantage compounds over a lifetime, translating to thousands of extra years of life across the population.
Maine's gold standard for health
Cumberland's 79.5-year life expectancy exceeds Maine's average of 76.7 years by nearly 3 years, marking it as the state's healthiest county by a wide margin. With only 6.7% uninsured—the lowest in Maine—and 12.4% poor/fair health rates, Cumberland outperforms every other county statewide. The county's 166 primary care providers per 100K represent unmatched access to frontline care.
Far ahead of surrounding counties
Cumberland's 79.5-year life expectancy towers 1.4 years above nearest rival Knox County (78.9 years) and a full 4.5 years above Androscoggin County (75.0 years). Its 6.7% uninsured rate is nearly half Hancock County's 11.5%, reflecting greater economic stability and job-based coverage. Provider density—166 primary care doctors per 100K—dwarfs most neighbors, enabling timely access to preventive and acute care.
Access and affordability converge here
Cumberland's combination of low uninsured rates (6.7%) and dense provider networks (166 primary care per 100K, 840 mental health per 100K) creates a healthcare environment most Americans only dream of. Residents benefit from comprehensive mental health resources and accessible primary care without geographic barriers. Economic strength translates into sustained health investment and outcomes.
Already covered? Keep it strong
If you live in Cumberland, your county's health advantage depends on maintaining coverage and preventive care. Review your current plan annually at healthcare.gov to ensure it still meets your needs. Staying proactive keeps Cumberland healthy for generations to come.
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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.