Schoharie County Health Data

Schoharie County, New York

Health Score

81/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.9 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

30

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

159

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Schoharie County, New York

Schoharie struggles with rural health challenges

Schoharie County's 78.9-year life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average by 3.5 years, yet its 17.3% poor/fair health rate—the highest in this sample—exceeds the national average of 16% by a significant margin. This rural county shows both longer lives and higher chronic disease burden.

Schoharie's poor health rates exceed state norms

Schoharie's 78.9-year life expectancy slightly exceeds New York's 77.9-year average, but its 17.3% poor/fair health rate substantially exceeds the state baseline, suggesting concentrated chronic illness. At 5.0% uninsured, coverage rates match state levels, but health outcomes suggest systemic challenges.

Schoharie faces rural provider shortage

Schoharie's 30 primary care providers per 100,000—less than half the county average in this sample—represents the starkest rural access gap, while 159 mental health providers per 100,000 also rank among the lowest. Its 17.3% poor/fair health rate ties with Schuyler as the worst in the analysis.

Rural isolation drives health disparities

Schoharie's critical shortage of providers—just 30 primary care per 100,000, far below the 59–85 range seen in other counties—leaves residents traveling long distances for routine care or delaying treatment. The 17.3% poor/fair health rate, highest in this analysis, reflects the compounding effects of provider scarcity and limited preventive care access.

Ensure coverage despite distance barriers

In a rural county with provider shortages, health insurance becomes even more critical—it enables telehealth options and ensures coverage for necessary travel to specialists. Verify your coverage includes telehealth services and call 2-1-1 for assistance finding care in nearby counties.

eHealth Insurance

Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Schoharie County residents.

Compare Plans →

HealthMarkets

Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in New York.

Get a Quote →

Sponsored

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Schoharie County, NY?
Schoharie County has a health score of 81/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #32 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 Schoharie County?
Life expectancy in Schoharie County is 78.9 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Schoharie County above the state average.
How does Schoharie County health compare to the New York average?
Schoharie County's health score of 81/100 is above the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 78.9 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 5.0% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Schoharie County?
Key health factors for Schoharie County include: life expectancy (78.9 years), uninsured rate (5.0%), and primary care physician access (30:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 159:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Schoharie County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 81/100 ("Excellent"), Schoharie County is one of the healthier counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.9 years. 5.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Schoharie County healthier than the New York average?
Schoharie County's health score of 81/100 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. Schoharie County has better primary care access (30:1 ratio) than the state average (60:1).

Counties with Similar Health Profile

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.