Henderson County Health Data

Henderson County, North Carolina

Health Score

57/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.4 yr

State avg 74.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.6%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

87

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

275

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Henderson County, North Carolina

Henderson leads on life expectancy

At 77.4 years, Henderson County residents live nearly 3 years longer than the U.S. average of 74.5 years. Just 15.9% report poor or fair health, well below the national average of 18%.

A North Carolina health champion

Henderson's 77.4-year life expectancy significantly exceeds North Carolina's 74.4-year state average—among the best in the state. However, its 13.6% uninsured rate slightly exceeds the state average of 12.5%.

Top-tier provider access

Henderson offers 87 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 275 mental health providers per 100,000, providing strong healthcare infrastructure. This robust network supports the county's excellent health outcomes.

13.6% of Henderson residents uninsured

Despite abundant providers, about 1 in 7 Henderson residents lack health insurance coverage. This gap means some miss preventive care even in a county with exceptional healthcare resources.

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Visit nchealthplans.gov to compare plans or call 1-855-408-1010 for free help enrolling. Henderson's excellent providers are best accessed with coverage in place.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Henderson County, NC?
Henderson County has a health score of 57/100, rated "Average." It ranks #19 out of 100 counties in North Carolina (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 Henderson County?
Life expectancy in Henderson County is 77.4 years. The North Carolina state average is 74.4 years, making Henderson County above the state average.
How does Henderson County health compare to the North Carolina average?
Henderson County's health score of 57/100 is above the North Carolina average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 77.4 years vs. the state average of 74.4 years. The uninsured rate is 13.6% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Henderson County?
Key health factors for Henderson County include: life expectancy (77.4 years), uninsured rate (13.6%), and primary care physician access (87:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 275:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Henderson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 57/100 ("Average"), Henderson County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in North Carolina. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.4 years. 13.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Henderson County healthier than the North Carolina average?
Henderson County's health score of 57/100 exceeds the North Carolina average of 41/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.