Camden County Health Data

Camden County, New Jersey

Health Score

64/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.2 yr

State avg 78.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.4%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

99

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

402

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Camden County, New Jersey

Camden County faces health headwinds

At 76.2 years, Camden County's life expectancy trails the U.S. average of 76.1 by less than a year but falls 2.3 years short of New Jersey's 78.5-year state average. One in six residents (16.2%) report poor or fair health, placing the county below state wellness benchmarks.

Below-average health outcomes statewide

Camden County ranks in the lower half of New Jersey counties for life expectancy at 76.2 years, 2.3 years below the state average. Its 16.2% poor/fair health rate reflects socioeconomic challenges and healthcare access gaps that affect overall population health.

Struggling next to healthier peers

Camden County's 76.2-year life expectancy lags nearby Gloucester County (77.1) and Burlington County (78.9), though it slightly edges Atlantic County (75.7). At 99 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Camden has solid primary care density but trails on mental health support at 402 providers per 100K.

Over 1 in 12 lack coverage

An estimated 8.4% of Camden County residents are uninsured, above New Jersey's 7.5% average, affecting roughly 43,000 people's access to care. While the county maintains 99 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, gaps in insurance coverage create barriers for preventive health services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Camden County, NJ?
Camden County has a health score of 64/100, rated "Average." It ranks #17 out of 21 counties in New Jersey (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 Camden County?
Life expectancy in Camden County is 76.2 years. The New Jersey state average is 78.5 years, making Camden County below the state average.
How does Camden County health compare to the New Jersey average?
Camden County's health score of 64/100 is below the New Jersey average of 76/100. Life expectancy is 76.2 years vs. the state average of 78.5 years. The uninsured rate is 8.4% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Camden County?
Key health factors for Camden County include: life expectancy (76.2 years), uninsured rate (8.4%), and primary care physician access (99:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 402:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Camden County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 64/100 ("Average"), Camden County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in New Jersey. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.2 years. 8.4% 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 Camden County?
Camden County's health score of 64/100 is below the New Jersey average of 76/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.