Chautauqua County Health Data

Chautauqua County, New York

Health Score

67/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.7 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.8%

State avg 5.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

63

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

194

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Chautauqua County, New York

Chautauqua lags national health expectations

At 75.7 years, Chautauqua County's life expectancy falls 0.4 years below the U.S. average of 76.1 years. With 17.7% reporting poor or fair health, the county faces meaningful health challenges that warrant attention.

Below-average outcomes for New York

Chautauqua County's 75.7-year life expectancy lags New York State's 77.9-year average by 2.2 years, indicating persistent regional health disparities. Its 5.8% uninsured rate is above the state average of 5.3%.

Similar struggles in rural upstate counties

Chautauqua's 75.7-year life expectancy is in line with neighboring Cattaraugus County (74.5 years) and Chemung County (75.0 years), reflecting shared challenges across rural western New York. With 63 primary care providers per 100,000, it has better access than Allegany or Cayuga.

Moderate access, persistent coverage gaps

With 63 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Chautauqua has serviceable—if not robust—healthcare infrastructure. However, its 5.8% uninsured rate means more than 6,500 residents lack consistent access to preventive care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Chautauqua County, NY?
Chautauqua County has a health score of 67/100, rated "Average." It ranks #57 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 Chautauqua County?
Life expectancy in Chautauqua County is 75.7 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Chautauqua County below the state average.
How does Chautauqua County health compare to the New York average?
Chautauqua County's health score of 67/100 is below the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 75.7 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 5.8% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Chautauqua County?
Key health factors for Chautauqua County include: life expectancy (75.7 years), uninsured rate (5.8%), and primary care physician access (63:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 194:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Chautauqua County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 67/100 ("Average"), Chautauqua County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.7 years. 5.8% 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 Chautauqua County?
Chautauqua County's health score of 67/100 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.