Huntingdon County Health Data

Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

18.6%

State avg 18.1%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

11.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 31.9 per 100K

Dentists

2.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

2.3

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 Huntingdon County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

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

Health-risk behaviors

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

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureHuntingdonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%
Dental Visit (past year)59.7%62.2%57.3%2.5 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.4%76.5%73.3%1.1 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureHuntingdonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%
Short Sleep Duration39.4%39.4%37.3%near state average

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

Huntingdon County Uninsured Rate Below State and National Averages

Health data brief for Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania.

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

Huntingdon County reports an uninsured rate of 5.8%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 7.0% and the national average of 10%. This figure represents the county's most significant departure from state norms. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.0 years, which matches the national average and slightly exceeds the state average of 76.4 years. The ratio of primary care providers is 32 per 100,000, lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Mental health providers are available at a ratio of 159 per 100,000, which is also lower than the national median of 250. Data shows that 18.6% of adults in the county report poor or fair health, compared to the 17% national average. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Huntingdon 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.

Penn Highlands Huntingdon

ER
3/5
(814) 643-2290
1225 Warm Springs Ave, Huntingdon, PA 16652
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 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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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.