Grafton County Health Data
Grafton County, New Hampshire
Health Score
88/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
80.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
80.1 yr
State avg 78.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.0%
State avg 6.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
189
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
600
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Grafton County, New Hampshire
Grafton leads nation in longevity
Grafton County residents enjoy a life expectancy of 80.1 years, 1.3 years above the U.S. average of 78.8 years, placing the county among the healthiest in the nation. Only 12.7% report fair or poor health, closely matching the national average and indicating strong population health outcomes.
New Hampshire's healthiest county
Grafton County's 80.1-year life expectancy is 1.8 years above New Hampshire's state average of 78.3 years, making it the healthiest county in the state. This premium performance reflects excellent healthcare access, strong prevention programs, and a health-conscious population.
Leader among eight-county region
Grafton County's 80.1 years edges out Rockingham County (80.5) by just 0.4 years, but both dominate the region and are 6.2 years ahead of struggling Coos County. Grafton's exceptional life expectancy demonstrates what sustained investment in healthcare and community wellness can achieve.
Elite healthcare provider network
Grafton County leads all eight counties with 189 primary care providers per 100K—nearly quadruple Belknap County's 48—ensuring robust preventive care access. The county also leads in mental health support at 600 providers per 100K, with an uninsured rate of 7.0% just slightly above the state average of 6.7%.
Maintain Grafton's health advantage
Grafton County's exceptional health outcomes depend on keeping residents covered and connected to care. Even the 7% of uninsured residents should explore marketplace plans to ensure continuity of preventive services that sustain the county's national leadership.
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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.