Tioga County Health Data

Tioga County, New York

Health Score

92/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.6 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.2%

State avg 5.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

27

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

180

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Tioga County, New York

Tioga exceeds national health benchmarks

Tioga County's 78.6-year life expectancy edges above the U.S. average of 79.1 years, placing it in the healthier half of American counties, though it slightly trails New York's state average of 77.9. Only 13.3% of residents report poor or fair health, below both state and national rates.

Upper-half performer in New York

Tioga ranks in the upper half of New York counties for life expectancy and self-reported health status. At 4.2% uninsured—the lowest rate among its peer counties—Tioga residents enjoy strong health insurance coverage.

Strong health despite lower provider density

Tioga's 78.6-year life expectancy ranks third among its regional peers, trailing only Tompkins (80.9) and Suffolk (79.4). However, its 27 primary care providers per 100,000 residents tie with Seneca for the lowest density in the cohort, yet health outcomes remain solid.

Low uninsurance bolsters health stability

Tioga's 4.2% uninsured rate is the lowest among all eight counties, meaning nearly all residents have healthcare access. Though primary care providers are limited at 27 per 100,000, strong insurance coverage and relatively good health status suggest residents successfully navigate available resources.

Keep your coverage strong

Tioga's low uninsured rate is a community asset—maintain it by reviewing your plan annually at ny.gov/healthplan or calling 1-855-355-5777 to ensure your coverage stays aligned with your health needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Tioga County, NY?
Tioga County has a health score of 92/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #12 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 Tioga County?
Life expectancy in Tioga County is 78.6 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Tioga County above the state average.
How does Tioga County health compare to the New York average?
Tioga County's health score of 92/100 is above the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 78.6 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 4.2% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Tioga County?
Key health factors for Tioga County include: life expectancy (78.6 years), uninsured rate (4.2%), and primary care physician access (27:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 180:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Tioga County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 92/100 ("Excellent"), Tioga County is one of the healthier counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.6 years. 4.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Tioga County healthier than the New York average?
Tioga County's health score of 92/100 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. Tioga County has better primary care access (27:1 ratio) than the state average (60:1).

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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.