Orange County Health Data

Orange County, New York

Health Score

88/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.8 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.5%

State avg 5.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

67

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

282

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Orange County, New York

Orange exceeds national longevity

At 78.8 years, Orange County's life expectancy sits nearly a full year above the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 14.2% poor or fair health rate slightly exceeds the national 13.4%, indicating room for health improvement.

Healthy above state baseline

Orange County's 78.8-year life expectancy surpasses New York State's 77.9-year average by 0.9 years. However, its 5.5% uninsured rate slightly exceeds the state's 5.3%, suggesting some residents still lack coverage.

Strong performer among peers

Orange's 78.8-year life expectancy beats Oneida (76.3) and Oswego (76.2) significantly but trails Ontario (79.8) by a year. With 67 primary care providers per 100,000, Orange offers moderate access, though mental health services at 282 per 100,000 remain solid.

Coverage gaps persist despite strength

Orange County's 5.5% uninsured rate means roughly 1 in 18 residents lacks health insurance—slightly higher than the state average. With 67 primary care providers per 100,000, primary care access is adequate but not abundant.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Orange County, NY?
Orange County has a health score of 88/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #18 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 Orange County?
Life expectancy in Orange County is 78.8 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Orange County above the state average.
How does Orange County health compare to the New York average?
Orange County's health score of 88/100 is above the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 78.8 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 5.5% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Orange County?
Key health factors for Orange County include: life expectancy (78.8 years), uninsured rate (5.5%), and primary care physician access (67:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 282:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Orange County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 88/100 ("Excellent"), Orange County is one of the healthier counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.8 years. 5.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Orange County healthier than the New York average?
Orange County's health score of 88/100 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.