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.
Get covered and stay healthy
If you're uninsured in Camden County, NJ's marketplace offers plans year-round with subsidies based on income. Visit NJ.gov/HealthCoverage or call 1-855-877-NJ-HELP to find affordable coverage that works for your budget.
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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.