Cameron County Health Data

Cameron County, Pennsylvania

Health Score

49/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.6 yr

State avg 76.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.2%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

45

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Cameron County, Pennsylvania

Cameron faces critical health disparities

Cameron County residents live only 74.6 years—2.4 years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. An alarming 21.6% report poor or fair health, the highest rate among these eight counties, signaling a serious public health crisis.

Pennsylvania's lowest life expectancy county

Cameron County's 74.6-year life expectancy ranks among the state's absolute worst, trailing Pennsylvania's average of 76.4 years by 1.8 years. The 21.6% poor/fair health rate far exceeds typical state benchmarks, reflecting entrenched health challenges.

Worst health outcomes in region

Cameron County's 74.6-year life expectancy and 21.6% poor health rate are the worst in this county peer group. Its nearest rival is Carbon County (74.5 years, 17.8% poor health), yet both trail Chester and Centre counties by 6+ years.

Highest uninsured rate, fewest providers

Cameron County's 7.2% uninsured rate exceeds the state average of 7.0%, but the real crisis is provider scarcity: only 45 primary care doctors and 46 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. Residents often travel far for basic care, worsening health outcomes.

Urgent: Find coverage and care resources

With 7.2% uninsured and severe provider shortages, Cameron residents must prioritize enrollment at www.healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596. Ask your insurer about telemedicine options and community health centers—they may bridge gaps when local providers are hard to reach.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Cameron County, PA?
Cameron County has a health score of 49/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #61 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 Cameron County?
Life expectancy in Cameron County is 74.6 years. The Pennsylvania state average is 76.4 years, making Cameron County below the state average.
How does Cameron County health compare to the Pennsylvania average?
Cameron County's health score of 49/100 is below the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 74.6 years vs. the state average of 76.4 years. The uninsured rate is 7.2% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Cameron County?
Key health factors for Cameron County include: life expectancy (74.6 years), uninsured rate (7.2%), and primary care physician access (45:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 46:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cameron County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 49/100 ("Below Average"), Cameron County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Pennsylvania. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.6 years. 7.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Cameron County?
Cameron County's health score of 49/100 is below the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.