Warren County Health Data

Warren County, New Jersey

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

87/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.3 yr

State avg 78.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.0%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

54

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

263

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

13.3%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

86.2

per 100K residentsCDC: 54.2 per 100K

Dentists

20.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

15.4

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 Warren County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureWarrenState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity32.3%29.6%37.6%2.7 pts worse than state
Diabetes8.0%9.2%11.2%1.2 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure29.1%29.5%33.5%near state average
Depression18.7%16.5%24.1%2.2 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureWarrenState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking11.7%11.5%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking18.4%17.3%17.8%1.1 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity23.6%23.8%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureWarrenState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.8%75.9%74.9%1.1 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)67.9%65.4%57.3%2.5 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)76.7%75.2%73.3%1.5 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureWarrenState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.7%16.0%18.6%0.7 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration37.5%38.1%37.3%0.6 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Warren County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Warren County mental health provider ratio exceeds national median

Health data brief for Warren County, New Jersey.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Warren County has 263 mental health providers per 100K residents, a figure higher than the national median of 250 per 100K. The county's life expectancy is 78.3 years, which is slightly lower than the state average of 78.5 years but higher than the national average of 77 years. About 13.3% of residents report being in poor or fair health, a lower percentage than the 17% national average. The primary care provider ratio is 54 per 100K, lower than the national median of 70 per 100K. Additionally, the uninsured rate is 6.0%, lower than the New Jersey state average of 7.5% and the national average of 10%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Warren County, New Jersey

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.

St Luke's Warren Hospital

ER
5/5
(908) 847-6700
185 Roseberry St, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Ahs Hospital Corp

ER
4/5
(908) 852-5100
651 Willow Grove St, Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Acute Care 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 Warren County, NJ?
Warren County has a health score of 87/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #8 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 Warren County?
Life expectancy in Warren County is 78.3 years. The New Jersey state average is 78.5 years, making Warren County below the state average.
How does Warren County health compare to the New Jersey average?
Warren County's health score of 87/100 is above the New Jersey average of 76/100. Life expectancy is 78.3 years vs. the state average of 78.5 years. The uninsured rate is 6.0% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Warren County?
Key health factors for Warren County include: life expectancy (78.3 years), uninsured rate (6.0%), and primary care physician access (54:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 263:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Warren County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 87/100 ("Excellent"), Warren County is one of the healthier counties in New Jersey. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.3 years. 6.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Warren County healthier than the New Jersey average?
Warren County's health score of 87/100 exceeds the New Jersey average of 76/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Warren County has better primary care access (54:1 ratio) than the state average (72:1).

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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.