Rockingham County Health Data

Rockingham County, New Hampshire

Health Score

96/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.5 yr

State avg 78.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.9%

State avg 6.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

79

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

320

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Rockingham County, New Hampshire

Rockingham leads in U.S. longevity

Rockingham County residents live an average of 80.5 years, 1.7 years above the U.S. average of 78.8 years, placing the county among America's healthiest. Only 12.1% report fair or poor health, matching and slightly exceeding the national average of 12%, reflecting excellent disease prevention and management.

New Hampshire's second-healthiest

Rockingham County's 80.5-year life expectancy is 2.2 years above New Hampshire's state average of 78.3 years, ranking it among the state's top performers. This premium reflects sustained investment in healthcare infrastructure and a health-engaged population.

Top performer in region

Rockingham County's 80.5 years slightly edges out Grafton County (80.1) for the highest life expectancy among the eight counties examined. The two-county gap to Merrimack and Carroll shows Rockingham's commanding health advantage, and the 6.6-year gap to Coos County illustrates the state's profound disparities.

Best insurance access statewide

Rockingham County boasts the state's lowest uninsured rate at 4.9%—2.4 percentage points better than the state average of 6.7%—meaning nearly every resident has health coverage. The county provides 79 primary care providers per 100K and 320 mental health providers per 100K.

Rockingham's coverage advantage

Rockingham County's exceptional health outcomes reflect the highest insurance enrollment rates in the state—a model other regions should follow. If you're among the rare 4.9% uninsured, visiting healthcare.gov now can connect you to affordable plans that match this county's health-first culture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Rockingham County, NH?
Rockingham County has a health score of 96/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #1 out of 10 counties in New Hampshire (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 Rockingham County?
Life expectancy in Rockingham County is 80.5 years. The New Hampshire state average is 78.3 years, making Rockingham County above the state average.
How does Rockingham County health compare to the New Hampshire average?
Rockingham County's health score of 96/100 is above the New Hampshire average of 82/100. Life expectancy is 80.5 years vs. the state average of 78.3 years. The uninsured rate is 4.9% vs. 6.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Rockingham County?
Key health factors for Rockingham County include: life expectancy (80.5 years), uninsured rate (4.9%), and primary care physician access (79:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 320:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Rockingham County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 96/100 ("Excellent"), Rockingham County is one of the healthier counties in New Hampshire. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.5 years. 4.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Rockingham County healthier than the New Hampshire average?
Rockingham County's health score of 96/100 exceeds the New Hampshire average of 82/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Rockingham County has better primary care access (79:1 ratio) than the state average (90:1).

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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.