Beaver County Health Data

Beaver County, Pennsylvania

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

74/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.6 yr

State avg 76.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.9%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

39

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

167

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.1%

State avg 18.1%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

17.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 39.0 per 100K

Dentists

9.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

5.4

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 Beaver County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureBeaverState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.6%
Diabetes11.2%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Depression24.1%

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureBeaverState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.3%
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity27.0%

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureBeaverState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%
Dental Visit (past year)65.5%62.2%57.3%3.3 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)77.9%76.5%73.3%1.4 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureBeaverState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%
Short Sleep Duration36.7%39.4%37.3%2.7 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Beaver 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

Beaver County Uninsured Rate Half the National Average

Health data brief for Beaver County, Pennsylvania.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

Beaver County has an uninsured rate of 4.9%, which is lower than the state rate of 7.0% and less than half of the 10% national average. The county reports a life expectancy of 75.6 years, which is lower than both the state measure of 76.4 years and the national mark of 77 years. There are 39 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is 167 per 100,000, while the national median is 250 per 100,000 people. Data shows 16.1% of adults report poor or fair health, slightly lower than the 17% national average. These figures are compiled from the CDC County Health Rankings and federal provider databases. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Beaver County, Pennsylvania

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.

Heritage Valley Beaver

ER
3/5
(412) 728-7000
1000 Dutch Ridge Road, Beaver, PA 15009
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Beaver County, PA?
Beaver County has a health score of 74/100, rated "Average." It ranks #15 out of 67 counties in Pennsylvania (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 Beaver County?
Life expectancy in Beaver County is 75.6 years. The Pennsylvania state average is 76.4 years, making Beaver County below the state average.
How does Beaver County health compare to the Pennsylvania average?
Beaver County's health score of 74/100 is above the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 75.6 years vs. the state average of 76.4 years. The uninsured rate is 4.9% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Beaver County?
Key health factors for Beaver County include: life expectancy (75.6 years), uninsured rate (4.9%), and primary care physician access (39:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 167:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Beaver County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 74/100 ("Average"), Beaver County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Pennsylvania. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.6 years. 4.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Beaver County healthier than the Pennsylvania average?
Beaver County's health score of 74/100 exceeds the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Beaver County has better primary care access (39:1 ratio) than the state average (68:1).

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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.