Franklin County Health Data
Franklin County, Maine
Health Score
67/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.2 yr
State avg 76.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
State avg 9.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
104
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
324
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Franklin County, Maine
Franklin runs slightly ahead nationally
Franklin's 76.2-year life expectancy slightly exceeds the U.S. average of 76.4 years, placing it squarely in America's middle tier for longevity. The county's 14.5% poor/fair health rate tracks near national averages, suggesting typical health outcomes for a rural New England county. These figures reflect a baseline health status comparable to much of America.
Slight underperformance in Maine
Franklin's 76.2-year life expectancy falls just below Maine's state average of 76.7 years, placing it in the middle third of Maine counties. An 8.9% uninsured rate sits between the state average of 9.4%, suggesting moderate coverage gaps. With 104 primary care providers per 100K, Franklin offers reasonable but not exceptional access to frontline care.
Middle of the pack regionally
Franklin's 76.2-year life expectancy sits between lower-performing Androscoggin (75.0 years) and healthier Cumberland (79.5 years), marking it as a regional middler. Its 14.5% poor/fair health rate exceeds Hancock County's 12.8% but trails Aroostook's 16.7%, reflecting typical rural Maine challenges. Provider access at 104 primary care doctors per 100K is consistent with similar counties.
Moderate barriers to consistent care
Franklin's 8.9% uninsured rate means roughly 1 in 11 residents lacks health coverage, challenging access to preventive and emergency services. The county supports 104 primary care providers per 100K and 324 mental health providers per 100K—adequate but not abundant for a dispersed rural population. Many residents must travel considerable distances or delay care due to availability constraints.
Close the coverage gap this year
Nearly 9% of Franklin residents go uninsured, but marketplace plans and Medicaid options can make coverage affordable. Visit maine.gov/dhhs or healthcare.gov during open enrollment to find plans within your budget. Coverage is the foundation of better health—take action today.
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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.