Oswego County Health Data

Oswego County, New York

Health Score

75/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

76.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.2 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.0%

State avg 5.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

40

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

185

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Oswego County, New York

Oswego trails national health trends

At 76.2 years, Oswego County residents live 2.7 years less than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 16.5% poor or fair health rate significantly exceeds the national average of 13.4%, indicating substantial population health challenges.

Among New York's lowest performers

Oswego's 76.2-year life expectancy ranks 1.7 years below New York State's 77.9-year average. At 5.0% uninsured, the county slightly underperforms the state's 5.3% rate, though gaps remain.

Lowest-performing in region

Oswego's 76.2-year life expectancy ranks lowest among regional peers, trailing Ontario (79.8) by 3.6 years and Onondaga (77.7) by 1.5 years. The county's 40 primary care providers per 100,000 is among the lowest in the region, compounding access challenges.

Limited primary care, constrained access

Oswego County struggles with just 40 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—well below regional norms—while mental health services lag at 185 per 100,000. The 5.0% uninsured rate means roughly 1 in 20 residents lacks coverage in a county already stretched for providers.

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In a county with limited primary care, having insurance helps you access available services and navigate care coordination. Use NY State of Health to enroll, and contact local health departments for referrals to available providers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Oswego County, NY?
Oswego County has a health score of 75/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #47 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 Oswego County?
Life expectancy in Oswego County is 76.2 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Oswego County below the state average.
How does Oswego County health compare to the New York average?
Oswego County's health score of 75/100 is below the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 76.2 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 5.0% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Oswego County?
Key health factors for Oswego County include: life expectancy (76.2 years), uninsured rate (5.0%), and primary care physician access (40:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 185:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Oswego County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 75/100 ("Excellent"), Oswego County is one of the healthier counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.2 years. 5.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Oswego County?
Oswego County's health score of 75/100 is below the New York average of 81/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.