Sullivan County Health Data

Sullivan County, New Hampshire

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

77/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.0 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

71

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

227

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

15.6%

State avg 14.0%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

43.6

per 100K residentsCDC: 71.2 per 100K

Dentists

9.2

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

16.1

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Sullivan County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSullivanState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity33.2%31.7%37.6%1.5 pts worse than state
Diabetes8.4%7.8%11.2%0.6 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure29.1%28.1%33.5%1.0 pts worse than state
Depression25.8%24.6%24.1%1.2 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureSullivanState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.3%11.9%16.3%1.4 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.8%17.9%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity22.7%20.0%27.0%2.7 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSullivanState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup72.3%74.0%74.9%1.7 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)62.6%65.7%57.3%3.1 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)79.6%77.3%73.3%2.3 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureSullivanState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.7%17.0%18.6%0.7 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration34.5%34.0%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Sullivan County nationally on dental visit (past year).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Sullivan County uninsured rate exceeds New Hampshire state average

Health data brief for Sullivan County, New Hampshire.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

In Sullivan County, 7.0% of residents are without health insurance, a figure that is higher than the New Hampshire state average, which is 6.7%. While this rate exceeds the state level, it remains lower than the national average, which is 10%. The county reports a life expectancy of 78.0 years, which is longer than the national average, which is 77 years, but shorter than the state average of 78.3 years. For clinical care, Sullivan has 71 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, a number slightly higher than the national median of 70 per 100,000. However, the mental health provider ratio is 227 per 100,000, lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. Additionally, 15.6% of residents report poor or fair health, which is below the national average of 17%. These figures provide a statistical overview of local health access and outcomes. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Sullivan County, New Hampshire

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Valley Regional Hospital

ER
3/5
(603) 542-7771
243 Elm Street, Claremont, NH 03743
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Sullivan County, NH?
Sullivan County has a health score of 77/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #9 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 Sullivan County?
Life expectancy in Sullivan County is 78.0 years. The New Hampshire state average is 78.3 years, making Sullivan County below the state average.
How does Sullivan County health compare to the New Hampshire average?
Sullivan County's health score of 77/100 is below the New Hampshire average of 82/100. Life expectancy is 78.0 years vs. the state average of 78.3 years. The uninsured rate is 7.0% vs. 6.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Sullivan County?
Key health factors for Sullivan County include: life expectancy (78.0 years), uninsured rate (7.0%), and primary care physician access (71:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 227:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sullivan County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 77/100 ("Excellent"), Sullivan County is one of the healthier counties in New Hampshire. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.0 years. 7.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Sullivan County?
Sullivan County's health score of 77/100 is below the New Hampshire average of 82/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.