York County Health Data

York County, Maine

Health Score

84/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.6 yr

State avg 76.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.1%

State avg 9.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

68

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

464

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in York County, Maine

York County Leads National Health

York County's life expectancy of 78.6 years exceeds the U.S. average of 76.4 by more than two years, establishing it as a national health leader. The 12.8% poor or fair health rate is well below national norms, reflecting a county where health outcomes and behaviors are exceptionally strong.

Second-Best Health in Maine

At 78.6 years, York County's life expectancy surpasses Maine's state average of 76.7 by 1.9 years, making it second only to Sagadahoc County in statewide health rankings. The 12.8% poor or fair health rate is Maine's second-best, signaling excellent health management and access.

Health Leader Among Peers

York County's 78.6-year life expectancy trails only Sagadahoc (80.1) and exceeds all other Maine counties by substantial margins, placing it as a clear regional health leader. With 68 primary care and 464 mental health providers per 100,000, York balances access with affordability to deliver results.

Lowest Uninsured Rate Drives Outcomes

York County's 7.1% uninsured rate is Maine's second-lowest (after Sagadahoc at 7.8%), and strong coverage directly correlates with its 78.6-year life expectancy and 12.8% poor or fair health rate. With 68 primary care and 464 mental health providers per 100,000, the county ensures care reaches residents when needed.

York County Leads by Example

York County's 7.1% uninsured rate—Maine's second-best—shows that coverage drives health outcomes: the county leads statewide in life expectancy at 78.6 years. Even here, those without coverage should act: visit maine.gov or contact Portland and southern Maine health centers to secure your plan today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of York County, ME?
York County has a health score of 84/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #2 out of 16 counties in Maine (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in York County?
Life expectancy in York County is 78.6 years. The Maine state average is 76.7 years, making York County above the state average.
How does York County health compare to the Maine average?
York County's health score of 84/100 is above the Maine average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 78.6 years vs. the state average of 76.7 years. The uninsured rate is 7.1% vs. 9.4% statewide.
What health factors affect York County?
Key health factors for York County include: life expectancy (78.6 years), uninsured rate (7.1%), and primary care physician access (68:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 464:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is York County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 84/100 ("Excellent"), York County is one of the healthier counties in Maine. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.6 years. 7.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is York County healthier than the Maine average?
York County's health score of 84/100 exceeds the Maine average of 66/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. York County has better primary care access (68:1 ratio) than the state average (91:1).

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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.