Burlington County Health Data
Burlington County, New Jersey
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
92/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
78.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.9 yr
State avg 78.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.0%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
76
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
1130
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
13.1%
State avg 15.0%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
36.8
per 100K residentsCDC: 75.8 per 100K
Dentists
4.5
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
18.1
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 Burlington County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Burlington | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 30.0% | 29.6% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 8.7% | 9.2% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% | 29.5% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 16.3% | 16.5% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Burlington | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 11.0% | 11.5% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% | 17.3% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.5% | 23.8% | 27.0% | 1.3 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Burlington | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 77.6% | 75.9% | 74.9% | 1.7 pts better than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 68.3% | 65.4% | 57.3% | 2.9 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 80.6% | 75.2% | 73.3% | 5.4 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Burlington | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 16.1% | 16.0% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 34.7% | 38.1% | 37.3% | 3.4 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Burlington County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Burlington County Mental Health Provider Concentration Is High
Health data brief for Burlington County, New Jersey.
Burlington County has 1,130 mental health providers for every 100,000 residents, a ratio that is more than four times the national median of 250 per 100,000. This is the county's most standout data point when compared to national norms. The uninsured rate is also lower than state and national levels, sitting at 5.0% compared to 7.5% for New Jersey and 10% for the United States. Life expectancy is 78.9 years, slightly longer than the state middle of 78.5 years and the national 77 years. Primary care access includes 76 providers per 100,000 people, which is more than the national median of 70. Data shows that 13.1% of residents report poor or fair health, which is lower than the 17% national figure. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
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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.