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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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.