McKean County Health Data

McKean County, Pennsylvania

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

64/100

Average

Life Expectancy

74.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.7 yr

State avg 76.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.1%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

152

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.3%

State avg 18.1%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

24.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 57.6 per 100K

Dentists

14.9

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

14.9

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 McKean County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

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

Health-risk behaviors

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

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMcKeanState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%
Dental Visit (past year)63.7%62.2%57.3%1.5 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.0%76.5%73.3%1.5 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMcKeanState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%
Short Sleep Duration37.5%39.4%37.3%1.9 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare McKean County nationally on short sleep duration.

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

Data Story

McKean County Life Expectancy Trails State and National Figures

Health data brief for McKean County, Pennsylvania.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

In McKean County, the average life expectancy is 74.7 years, which is shorter than the Pennsylvania average of 76.4 years and more than two years lower than the national average of 77 years. Other health indicators show varying trends, such as an uninsured rate of 6.1%, which is lower than the 7.0% state average and the 10% national average. About 17.3% of the county population reports poor or fair health, slightly exceeding the national benchmark of 17%. Clinical provider access is lower than national medians, with 58 primary care providers per 100,000 residents compared to the national median of 70. The county also has 152 mental health providers per 100,000 people, a ratio lower than the national median of 250. These statistics illustrate current health outcomes and access levels. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in McKean 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.

Upmc Kane

ER
Not rated by CMS
(814) 837-8585
4372 Route 6, Kane, PA 16735
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 McKean County, PA?
McKean County has a health score of 64/100, rated "Average." It ranks #32 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 McKean County?
Life expectancy in McKean County is 74.7 years. The Pennsylvania state average is 76.4 years, making McKean County below the state average.
How does McKean County health compare to the Pennsylvania average?
McKean County's health score of 64/100 is below the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 74.7 years vs. the state average of 76.4 years. The uninsured rate is 6.1% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect McKean County?
Key health factors for McKean County include: life expectancy (74.7 years), uninsured rate (6.1%), and primary care physician access (58:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 152:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is McKean County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 64/100 ("Average"), McKean County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Pennsylvania. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.7 years. 6.1% 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 McKean County?
McKean County's health score of 64/100 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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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.