Bronx County Health Data
Bronx County, New York
Health Score
47/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
76.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.3%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.7 yr
State avg 77.9 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.3%
State avg 5.3%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
58
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
279
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Bronx County, New York
Bronx faces significant health disparities
At 76.7 years, Bronx County's life expectancy is more than a year below the U.S. average of 76.1 years—a gap that reflects decades of healthcare inequity. Nearly 28% of Bronx residents report poor or fair health, nearly double the national average of 18%.
Lowest health outcomes in New York
Bronx County's 76.7-year life expectancy ranks it well below New York State's 77.9-year average, placing it among the state's most challenged counties. At 7.3% uninsured, the Bronx has one of the highest uninsured rates in New York.
Stark disparities compared to nearby counties
The Bronx's 76.7-year life expectancy trails Albany County by nearly two years and reflects severe health gaps even within New York City. With 7.3% uninsured, the Bronx has double the uninsured rate of neighboring Manhattan.
Insurance gaps compound healthcare barriers
At 7.3% uninsured, the Bronx has the highest uninsured rate among the eight counties examined, leaving hundreds of thousands without reliable access to care. With 58 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, coverage gaps mean many residents have nowhere to turn for basic medical needs.
Don't delay—get insured today
In the Bronx, health insurance is your lifeline to preventive care and emergency protection. Call 311 for help navigating New York's coverage options, or visit ny.gov/healthplan to apply for Medicaid or the state marketplace.
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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.