Cecil County Health Data
Cecil County, Maryland
Health Score
66/100
Average
Life Expectancy
73.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.7 yr
State avg 77.0 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.4%
State avg 6.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
40
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
269
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Cecil County, Maryland
Cecil lags on longevity and health
Cecil County residents live to 73.7 years, 5.1 years below the U.S. average of 78.8 years. More than 1 in 6 residents report poor or fair health, reflecting ongoing health challenges across the county.
Below-average health outcomes
At 73.7 years, Cecil County's life expectancy trails Maryland's state average of 77.0 years by 3.3 years. The county's 16.4% poor/fair health rate exceeds the state median, placing Cecil among Maryland's lower-performing counties.
Limited provider network
Cecil's 73.7-year life expectancy exceeds only Allegany (73.5 years) among nearby counties. With 40 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 269 mental health providers per 100,000, Cecil offers limited options for specialized or complex care.
Modest uninsured rate, tight access
Cecil's uninsured rate of 5.4% is slightly below the state average of 6.4%, but the county provides only 40 primary care providers per 100,000 residents. Geographic isolation and limited provider density challenge residents seeking timely, accessible healthcare.
Ensure you're covered
Cecil County residents benefit from the state's strong insurance options. Visit marylandhealthcare.org or call 1-855-642-8572 to verify your coverage, explore plans that include telehealth access for rural care needs, and secure preventive services.
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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.