Fulton County Health Data

Fulton County, New York

Health Score

63/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.0 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

32

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

264

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Fulton County, New York

Fulton County faces significant health challenges

At 75.0 years, Fulton County's life expectancy falls 3.2 years below the U.S. average of 78.2 years—one of the steepest gaps among the counties examined. A 18.5% poor or fair health rate further underscores higher disease and disability burden.

Among New York's lowest life expectancy counties

Fulton County's 75.0-year life expectancy trails New York's 77.9-year state average by nearly 3 years, placing it in the lower quartile statewide. This gap reflects persistent barriers to health and healthcare access in the county.

Struggling compared to surrounding counties

Fulton County's 75.0-year life expectancy is 2.4 years below Hamilton County and 2.3 years below both Franklin and Jefferson counties. The county also has the fewest primary care providers (32 per 100K) among its peer group.

Healthcare access remains limited

Fulton County's 5.8% uninsured rate is already above the state average of 5.3%, and the county struggles with provider shortages—just 32 primary care providers and 264 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. This combination creates real delays in accessing care.

Take the first step toward better health

Uninsured Fulton County residents can apply for coverage through the New York State of Health marketplace at nystateofhealth.ny.gov. Many qualify for subsidies that lower premiums and out-of-pocket costs significantly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Fulton County, NY?
Fulton County has a health score of 63/100, rated "Average." It ranks #59 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 Fulton County?
Life expectancy in Fulton County is 75.0 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Fulton County below the state average.
How does Fulton County health compare to the New York average?
Fulton County's health score of 63/100 is below the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 75.0 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 5.8% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Fulton County?
Key health factors for Fulton County include: life expectancy (75.0 years), uninsured rate (5.8%), and primary care physician access (32:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 264:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Fulton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 63/100 ("Average"), Fulton County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.0 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 Fulton County?
Fulton County's health score of 63/100 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.