Orleans County Health Data
Orleans County, New York
Health Score
81/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
76.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.9 yr
State avg 77.9 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.7%
State avg 5.3%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
8
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
77
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Orleans County, New York
Orleans faces significant health gaps
At 76.9 years, Orleans County residents live 2 years shorter than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 15.0% poor or fair health rate exceeds the national average of 13.4%, reflecting widespread health challenges.
Well below New York standard
Orleans' 76.9-year life expectancy trails New York State's 77.9-year average by a full year. At 5.7% uninsured, the county exceeds the state's 5.3% rate, indicating insurance access barriers.
Struggling in regional comparison
Orleans' 76.9-year life expectancy ranks among the lowest in the region, trailing Ontario (79.8) by 2.9 years and Onondaga (77.7) by 0.8 years. The county faces a critical provider shortage: just 8 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—one of New York's lowest.
Severe healthcare access crisis
Orleans County is in acute need of primary care: only 8 providers per 100,000 residents, forcing many to travel for routine care. Mental health services are also strained at 77 per 100,000, and the 5.7% uninsured rate leaves roughly 1 in 17 county residents without coverage.
Healthcare access starts with coverage
In a county facing healthcare shortages, having insurance is critical to accessing available services. Contact NY State of Health or local community health centers to explore Medicaid, subsidized plans, and local care options.
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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.