Clinton County Health Data
Clinton County, New York
Health Score
79/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
77.8 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
77.8 yr
State avg 77.9 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.1%
State avg 5.3%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
80
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
364
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Clinton County, New York
Clinton matches national health standards
At 77.8 years, Clinton County's life expectancy nearly matches the U.S. average of 76.4 years, placing residents ahead of most American peers. Just 17.1% report poor or fair health, a rate reflecting overall stability.
Right in line with New York
Clinton's 77.8-year life expectancy sits just 0.1 years below New York's state average of 77.9 years. The county performs squarely in the middle of the state's health rankings.
Neighboring counties show varied outcomes
Clinton edges out Essex County (78.4 years) in life expectancy but trails Columbia County (79.2 years) by 1.4 years. Regional disparities suggest local policy and resources shape health differently across the North Country.
Robust primary care, solid mental health resources
Clinton boasts 80 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—well above the state average—and 364 mental health providers per 100,000, nearly double the typical county. With a 5.1% uninsured rate, most residents can access the care available.
Secure your coverage, access expanded services
Clinton's strong provider network means coverage translates to real access. Verify your health plan at NY State of Health to maximize mental health and primary care benefits.
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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.