Huntingdon County Health Data

Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania

Health Score

70/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.0 yr

State avg 76.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.8%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

32

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

159

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania

Huntingdon rivals nation's best life expectancy

At 77.0 years, Huntingdon County residents live 0.9 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.1 years, placing the county among America's healthiest. With 18.6% reporting poor or fair health—close to the 17.9% national average—Huntingdon demonstrates effective population health management.

Huntingdon ranks among Pennsylvania's best

Huntingdon's 77.0-year life expectancy exceeds Pennsylvania's 76.4-year average by 0.6 years, ranking it in the state's top tier for health outcomes. This premium reflects strong primary care access and a relatively healthy resident population.

Huntingdon matches Franklin as regional leader

Huntingdon's 77.0-year life expectancy rivals Franklin County (77.2 years) as the region's longest-lived counties, far ahead of Forest (70.9) and Fayette (72.5). With 32 primary care providers and 159 mental health providers per 100K, Huntingdon offers solid healthcare infrastructure that supports its superior health profile.

Lowest uninsured rate, solid provider access

Huntingdon's 5.8% uninsured rate is the lowest among the eight counties, indicating nearly universal coverage and strong health equity. With 32 primary care providers per 100K, access is moderate but sufficient, and 159 mental health providers per 100K suggests reasonable behavioral health capacity.

Huntingdon leads coverage; stay insured

Huntingdon's already-excellent 5.8% uninsured rate shows residents understand coverage's value; if you're uninsured, act now to join them. Call 1-800-318-2596 or visit healthcare.gov to explore Medicaid, Marketplace, and employer options before life events change your eligibility.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Huntingdon County, PA?
Huntingdon County has a health score of 70/100, rated "Average." It ranks #18 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 Huntingdon County?
Life expectancy in Huntingdon County is 77.0 years. The Pennsylvania state average is 76.4 years, making Huntingdon County above the state average.
How does Huntingdon County health compare to the Pennsylvania average?
Huntingdon County's health score of 70/100 is above the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 77.0 years vs. the state average of 76.4 years. The uninsured rate is 5.8% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Huntingdon County?
Key health factors for Huntingdon County include: life expectancy (77.0 years), uninsured rate (5.8%), and primary care physician access (32:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 159:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Huntingdon County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 70/100 ("Average"), Huntingdon County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Pennsylvania. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.0 years. 5.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Huntingdon County healthier than the Pennsylvania average?
Huntingdon County's health score of 70/100 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. Huntingdon County has better primary care access (32:1 ratio) than the state average (68:1).

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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.