Kings County Health Data

Kings County, New York

Health Score

80/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.1 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.5%

State avg 5.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

63

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

313

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Kings County, New York

Kings County leads the nation on life expectancy

At 80.1 years, Kings County's life expectancy is 1.9 years above the U.S. average of 78.2 years—the highest in this eight-county group and well above national norms. The county's 17.0% poor or fair health rate shows strong overall population health despite urban density.

New York's life expectancy champion

Kings County's 80.1-year life expectancy exceeds New York's 77.9-year state average by 2.2 years, placing it among the state's healthiest counties. This exceptional performance reflects Brooklyn's diverse resources and robust healthcare infrastructure.

Far outpaces regional peer group

Kings County's 80.1-year life expectancy exceeds every other county in this group by at least 1.7 years, with the next-highest being Hamilton County at 78.4 years. The county's 63 primary care providers and 313 mental health providers per 100K far exceed rural peers.

Dense urban provider network, elevated uninsured rate

Kings County's 6.5% uninsured rate is above the state average of 5.3%, though access to providers is exceptional—63 primary care and 313 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, by far the highest in this group. Urban density ensures proximity to care despite insurance gaps.

Navigate coverage options in Kings County

With New York's most robust provider network, Kings County residents who are uninsured should enroll immediately at nystateofhealth.ny.gov. Subsidies and Medicaid eligibility help make coverage affordable in this high-cost urban market.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Kings County, NY?
Kings County has a health score of 80/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #38 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 Kings County?
Life expectancy in Kings County is 80.1 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Kings County above the state average.
How does Kings County health compare to the New York average?
Kings County's health score of 80/100 is below the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 80.1 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 6.5% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Kings County?
Key health factors for Kings County include: life expectancy (80.1 years), uninsured rate (6.5%), and primary care physician access (63:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 313:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Kings County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 80/100 ("Excellent"), Kings County is one of the healthier counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.1 years. 6.5% 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 Kings County?
Kings County's health score of 80/100 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.