Onondaga County Health Data

Onondaga County, New York

Health Score

83/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.7 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

92

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

354

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Onondaga County, New York

Onondaga slightly outpaces national trends

At 77.7 years, Onondaga County's life expectancy sits just below the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 15.9% poor or fair health rate closely mirrors the national 13.4% figure, indicating health outcomes roughly aligned with America overall.

Nearly matches New York average

Onondaga's 77.7-year life expectancy falls just 0.2 years short of New York State's 77.9-year average. At 4.4% uninsured, the county outperforms the state's 5.3% rate and stands among the state's better-insured counties.

Middle of the pack regionally

Onondaga's 77.7-year life expectancy matches Otsego County but trails Ontario (79.8 years) by 2.1 years and leads Oneida (76.3 years) by 1.4 years. With 92 primary care providers per 100,000, Onondaga offers strong access compared to western New York neighbors.

Strong healthcare infrastructure

Onondaga County boasts 92 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and an impressive 354 mental health providers per 100,000—well above regional averages. Just 4.4% of residents lack insurance, suggesting good baseline coverage across the population.

Make sure your coverage is solid

While Onondaga's 4.4% uninsured rate is low, ensuring you have active coverage protects against unexpected medical costs. Check your current plan on NY State of Health or contact local health insurance navigators to confirm your options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Onondaga County, NY?
Onondaga County has a health score of 83/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #29 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 Onondaga County?
Life expectancy in Onondaga County is 77.7 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Onondaga County below the state average.
How does Onondaga County health compare to the New York average?
Onondaga County's health score of 83/100 is above the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 77.7 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 4.4% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Onondaga County?
Key health factors for Onondaga County include: life expectancy (77.7 years), uninsured rate (4.4%), and primary care physician access (92:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 354:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Onondaga County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 83/100 ("Excellent"), Onondaga County is one of the healthier counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.7 years. 4.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Onondaga County healthier than the New York average?
Onondaga 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.

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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.