Saratoga County Health Data

Saratoga County, New York

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

98/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

3.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.3 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

3.8%

State avg 5.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

70

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

240

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

10.3%

State avg 15.5%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

25.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 69.5 per 100K

Dentists

8.9

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

17.7

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 Saratoga County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSaratogaState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity32.8%33.0%37.6%near state average
Diabetes7.6%9.2%11.2%1.6 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure27.3%30.0%33.5%2.7 pts better than state
Depression21.2%21.0%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureSaratogaState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking10.7%13.6%16.3%2.9 pts better than state
Binge Drinking19.2%18.8%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity18.5%24.5%27.0%6.0 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSaratogaState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup78.1%78.3%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)70.7%62.2%57.3%8.5 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)83.0%77.2%73.3%5.8 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureSaratogaState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.1%17.3%18.6%1.2 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration30.7%38.6%37.3%7.9 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Saratoga County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Low Rate of Poor Health Reported in Saratoga County

Health data brief for Saratoga County, New York.

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

In Saratoga County, 10.3% of adults report being in poor or fair health. This figure is significantly lower than the national average of 17%. Other data points similarly differentiate the county from broader norms. The uninsured rate is 3.8%, which is lower than the New York state average of 5.3% and much lower than the national average of 10%. Life expectancy in the county is 80.3 years, surpassing the state average of 77.9 years and the national average of 77 years. Clinical resources include 70 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, matching the national median. For mental health, the county has 240 providers per 100,000 residents, slightly below the national median of 250. These metrics provide a summary of current health reporting and clinical access. Further data is available through the CDC County Health Rankings.

Get Care in Saratoga 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.

Saratoga Hospital

ER
3/5
(518) 587-3222
211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Four Winds of Saratoga

ER
Not rated by CMS
(518) 584-3600
30 Crescent Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
PsychiatricProprietary

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 Saratoga County, NY?
Saratoga County has a health score of 98/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #2 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 Saratoga County?
Life expectancy in Saratoga County is 80.3 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Saratoga County above the state average.
How does Saratoga County health compare to the New York average?
Saratoga County's health score of 98/100 is above the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 80.3 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 3.8% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Saratoga County?
Key health factors for Saratoga County include: life expectancy (80.3 years), uninsured rate (3.8%), and primary care physician access (70:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 240:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Saratoga County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 98/100 ("Excellent"), Saratoga County is one of the healthier counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.3 years. 3.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Saratoga County healthier than the New York average?
Saratoga County's health score of 98/100 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.