Bradford County Health Data

Bradford County, Pennsylvania

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

66/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

State avg 76.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

102

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

102

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.6%

State avg 18.1%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

13.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 101.8 per 100K

Dentists

11.7

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

6.7

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 Bradford County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

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

Health-risk behaviors

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

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureBradfordState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%
Dental Visit (past year)63.1%62.2%57.3%0.9 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.1%76.5%73.3%1.4 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureBradfordState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%
Short Sleep Duration38.8%39.4%37.3%0.6 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Bradford County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

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

Data Story

Bradford County Primary Care Provider Ratio Higher Than National Median

Health data brief for Bradford County, Pennsylvania.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Bradford County has 102 primary care providers per 100,000 residents. This figure is higher than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The county also has a mental health provider ratio of 102 per 100,000, which is lower than the national median of 250. The uninsured rate stands at 7.6%, compared to the Pennsylvania state rate of 7.0% and the national rate of 10%. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.2 years, which is higher than the state figure of 76.4 years and the national figure of 77 years. Additionally, 17.6% of adults report being in poor or fair health, slightly higher than the national average of 17%. These figures come from the HHS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System and the CDC. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Bradford 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.

Robert Packer Hospital

ER
2/5
(570) 888-6666
One Guthrie Square, Sayre, PA 18840
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Troy Community Hospital

ER
4/5
(570) 297-2121
275 Guthrie Drive, Troy, PA 16947
Critical Access 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 Bradford County, PA?
Bradford County has a health score of 66/100, rated "Average." It ranks #26 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 Bradford County?
Life expectancy in Bradford County is 77.2 years. The Pennsylvania state average is 76.4 years, making Bradford County above the state average.
How does Bradford County health compare to the Pennsylvania average?
Bradford County's health score of 66/100 is above the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 77.2 years vs. the state average of 76.4 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Bradford County?
Key health factors for Bradford County include: life expectancy (77.2 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (102:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 102:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Bradford County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 66/100 ("Average"), Bradford County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Pennsylvania. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.2 years. 7.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Bradford County healthier than the Pennsylvania average?
Bradford County's health score of 66/100 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.

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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.