Madison County Health Data

Madison County, New York

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

90/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.4 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.1%

State avg 5.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

74

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

248

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

14.4%

State avg 15.5%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

23.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 73.9 per 100K

Dentists

8.9

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

10.4

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Madison County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMadisonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.2%33.0%37.6%4.2 pts worse than state
Diabetes8.3%9.2%11.2%0.9 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure29.1%30.0%33.5%0.9 pts better than state
Depression22.3%21.0%24.1%1.3 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMadisonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.4%13.6%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking19.3%18.8%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity21.6%24.5%27.0%2.9 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMadisonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup78.7%78.3%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)62.7%62.2%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)71.1%77.2%73.3%6.1 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMadisonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.7%17.3%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration38.3%38.6%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Madison County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Madison County uninsured rate stays well below national and state averages

Health data brief for Madison County, New York.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

The uninsured rate in Madison County is 4.1%, which is lower than the New York state average of 5.3% and significantly lower than the national average of 10%. Local health data shows that 14.4% of adults report being in poor or fair health, a rate lower than the 17% seen nationally. Life expectancy in the county is 78.4 years, which is higher than the state average of 77.9 years and the national average of 77 years. In terms of professional availability, there are 74 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, slightly above the national median of 70. Mental health care is available at a rate of 248 providers per 100,000 people, which is nearly identical to the national median of 250. These statistics are based on reporting from the CDC and HHS. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Madison County, New York

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Oneida Health Hospital

ER
2/5
(315) 363-6000
321 Genesee Street, Oneida, NY 13421
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Community Memorial Hospital, Inc

ER
4/5
(315) 824-1100
150 Broad Street, Hamilton, NY 13346
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Madison County, NY?
Madison County has a health score of 90/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #14 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 Madison County?
Life expectancy in Madison County is 78.4 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Madison County above the state average.
How does Madison County health compare to the New York average?
Madison County's health score of 90/100 is above the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 78.4 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 4.1% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Madison County?
Key health factors for Madison County include: life expectancy (78.4 years), uninsured rate (4.1%), and primary care physician access (74:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 248:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Madison County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 90/100 ("Excellent"), Madison County is one of the healthier counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.4 years. 4.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Madison County healthier than the New York average?
Madison County's health score of 90/100 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.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.