Juniata County Health Data

Juniata County, Pennsylvania

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

46/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.9 yr

State avg 76.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.6%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

17

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

22

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

19.5%

State avg 18.1%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

8.5

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 Juniata County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

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

Health-risk behaviors

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

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureJuniataState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%
Dental Visit (past year)60.2%62.2%57.3%2.0 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.8%76.5%73.3%2.7 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureJuniataState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%
Short Sleep Duration38.2%39.4%37.3%1.2 pts better than state

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

Juniata County sees lower primary care provider availability than national median

Health data brief for Juniata County, Pennsylvania.

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

Juniata County reports 17 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, significantly fewer than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The county also has 22 mental health providers per 100,000, which is below the national median of 250. Regarding health coverage, the uninsured rate is 11.6%, which is higher than the state average of 7.0% and the national average of 10%. Residents report a life expectancy of 75.9 years, compared to the Pennsylvania average of 76.4 years and a national average of approximately 77 years. Additionally, 19.5% of residents describe their health as poor or fair, exceeding the national average of 17%. Explore state-level provider data.

Get Care in Juniata 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.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Juniata County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

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 Juniata County, PA?
Juniata County has a health score of 46/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #64 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 Juniata County?
Life expectancy in Juniata County is 75.9 years. The Pennsylvania state average is 76.4 years, making Juniata County below the state average.
How does Juniata County health compare to the Pennsylvania average?
Juniata County's health score of 46/100 is below the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 75.9 years vs. the state average of 76.4 years. The uninsured rate is 11.6% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Juniata County?
Key health factors for Juniata County include: life expectancy (75.9 years), uninsured rate (11.6%), and primary care physician access (17:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 22:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Juniata County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 46/100 ("Below Average"), Juniata County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Pennsylvania. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.9 years. 11.6% 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 Juniata County?
Juniata County's health score of 46/100 is below the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. The uninsured rate of 11.6% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.