Ontario County Health Data

Ontario County, New York

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

94/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.8 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.3%

State avg 5.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

83

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

301

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

13.6%

State avg 15.5%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

33.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 82.7 per 100K

Dentists

7.1

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

22.2

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 Ontario County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureOntarioState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity30.8%33.0%37.6%2.2 pts better than state
Diabetes8.1%9.2%11.2%1.1 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure28.2%30.0%33.5%1.8 pts better than state
Depression21.6%21.0%24.1%0.6 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureOntarioState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking11.9%13.6%16.3%1.7 pts better than state
Binge Drinking19.3%18.8%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity20.4%24.5%27.0%4.1 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureOntarioState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup78.5%78.3%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)65.6%62.2%57.3%3.4 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.9%77.2%73.3%1.3 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureOntarioState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.8%17.3%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration39.6%38.6%37.3%1.0 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Ontario County nationally on physical inactivity.

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

Data Story

Ontario County Residents Report Better Health Than National Average

Health data brief for Ontario County, New York.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Ontario County, 13.6% of adults report poor or fair health, a rate lower than the national average of 17%. The county’s life expectancy is 79.8 years, surpassing the New York state average of 77.9 years and the national average of 77 years. For healthcare access, the county maintains 83 primary care providers per 100,000 people, exceeding the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is 301 per 100,000, which is also above the national median of 250. In terms of insurance coverage, 4.3% of the population is uninsured, compared to the state average of 5.3% and the national average of 10%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Ontario 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.

Geneva General Hospital

ER
2/5
(315) 787-4175
196 -198 North Street, Geneva, NY 14456
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Other

F F Thompson Hospital

ER
2/5
(585) 396-6000
350 Parrish Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic

ER
2/5
(315) 462-9561
2 Coulter Road, Clifton Springs, NY 14432
Acute Care 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 Ontario County, NY?
Ontario County has a health score of 94/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #6 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 Ontario County?
Life expectancy in Ontario County is 79.8 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Ontario County above the state average.
How does Ontario County health compare to the New York average?
Ontario County's health score of 94/100 is above the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 79.8 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 4.3% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Ontario County?
Key health factors for Ontario County include: life expectancy (79.8 years), uninsured rate (4.3%), and primary care physician access (83:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 301:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Ontario County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 94/100 ("Excellent"), Ontario County is one of the healthier counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.8 years. 4.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Ontario County healthier than the New York average?
Ontario County's health score of 94/100 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.