Cayuga County Health Data

Cayuga County, New York

Health Score

73/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.6 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.0%

State avg 5.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

29

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

220

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Cayuga County, New York

Cayuga nears national health benchmarks

At 77.6 years, Cayuga County's life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 76.1 years, placing it in the healthier half of American counties. However, 17.9% report poor or fair health, suggesting room for improvement despite the favorable life expectancy number.

Just below state average outcomes

Cayuga County's 77.6-year life expectancy is slightly below New York State's 77.9-year average, making it a middle-tier county statewide. Its 6.0% uninsured rate exceeds the state average of 5.3%, indicating slightly higher coverage gaps.

Mid-tier health with low provider supply

Cayuga's 77.6-year life expectancy is respectable, but its 29 primary care providers per 100,000 residents is the lowest of all eight counties examined. This provider shortage creates a daily access challenge despite reasonable overall health metrics.

Healthcare desert despite decent outcomes

Cayuga County's real challenge isn't coverage—6.0% uninsured is near the state average—but access, with only 29 primary care providers per 100,000 residents. Residents often travel significant distances or wait months for appointments.

Maintain coverage while seeking local care

Even with decent overall health metrics, Cayuga County residents should keep insurance current to afford necessary travel for specialized care. Review your coverage at healthcare.gov or contact the Cayuga County health department for local options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Cayuga County, NY?
Cayuga County has a health score of 73/100, rated "Average." It ranks #49 out of 62 counties in New York (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 Cayuga County?
Life expectancy in Cayuga County is 77.6 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Cayuga County below the state average.
How does Cayuga County health compare to the New York average?
Cayuga County's health score of 73/100 is below the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 77.6 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 6.0% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Cayuga County?
Key health factors for Cayuga County include: life expectancy (77.6 years), uninsured rate (6.0%), and primary care physician access (29:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 220:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cayuga County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 73/100 ("Average"), Cayuga County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.6 years. 6.0% 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 Cayuga County?
Cayuga County's health score of 73/100 is below the New York average of 81/100. 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.