Genesee County Health Data

Genesee County, New York

Health Score

83/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.4 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.4%

State avg 5.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

31

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

202

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Genesee County, New York

Genesee County keeps pace with national averages

At 77.4 years, Genesee County's life expectancy is just 0.8 years below the U.S. average of 78.2 years. The county's 15.6% poor or fair health rate is notably better than the national median, reflecting a relatively healthy population.

Slightly below state average but competitive

Genesee County's 77.4-year life expectancy trails New York's 77.9-year average by just 0.5 years, placing it near the state median. The county ranks in the healthier half of New York's 62 counties overall.

A healthier profile among regional peers

Genesee County's 77.4-year life expectancy matches Herkimer County and exceeds Fulton County's 75.0 years by a significant margin. Its 15.6% poor or fair health rate is the best in its peer group, suggesting stronger overall wellness.

Good insurance coverage, modest provider base

Genesee County's 4.4% uninsured rate is the lowest among the eight counties and well below the 5.3% state average. However, with 31 primary care and 202 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, the county has room to expand specialist access.

Maintain your coverage this year

Most Genesee County residents already have insurance, but if you're uninsured or facing a life change, renew or enroll at nystateofhealth.ny.gov. Annual open enrollment runs through January 31st each year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Genesee County, NY?
Genesee County has a health score of 83/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #30 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 Genesee County?
Life expectancy in Genesee County is 77.4 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Genesee County below the state average.
How does Genesee County health compare to the New York average?
Genesee County's health score of 83/100 is above the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 77.4 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 4.4% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Genesee County?
Key health factors for Genesee County include: life expectancy (77.4 years), uninsured rate (4.4%), and primary care physician access (31:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 202:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Genesee County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 83/100 ("Excellent"), Genesee County is one of the healthier counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.4 years. 4.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Genesee County healthier than the New York average?
Genesee County's health score of 83/100 exceeds the New York average of 81/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Genesee County has better primary care access (31:1 ratio) than the state average (60:1).

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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.