Pike County Health Data

Pike County, Pennsylvania

Health Score

81/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.3 yr

State avg 76.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.8%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

25

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

100

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Pike County, Pennsylvania

Exceptional life expectancy, well above average

Pike County residents live to 79.3 years on average, 2.3 years longer than the U.S. average of 77 years—among the best in the nation. Just 15.9% report poor or fair health, significantly lower than national and state averages, reflecting a notably healthy population.

Best health outcomes in Pennsylvania

Pike County's 79.3-year life expectancy is nearly 3 years above Pennsylvania's 76.4-year state average, making it the healthiest county in the analysis. The low poor/fair health rate of 15.9% demonstrates exceptional population health.

Clear health advantage across the region

Pike County's 79.3-year life expectancy dramatically exceeds neighboring Wayne County and surrounding northeastern Pennsylvania counties. This disparity likely reflects demographic differences, including higher income and education levels in Pike's growing communities.

Low uninsured rate, limited primary care

Pike's 6.8% uninsured rate is below Pennsylvania's 7% average, indicating strong health coverage among residents. However, with only 25 primary care providers per 100,000—the lowest among these counties—residents may face challenges accessing preventive and routine care despite good health.

Maintain excellent coverage in Pike County

Pike County's strong health and high insurance rate put residents in a good position, but staying covered is essential. If you lack insurance or face a change in coverage, visit healthcare.gov to renew or enroll in ACA plans—maintaining continuity protects your good health outcomes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Pike County, PA?
Pike County has a health score of 81/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #10 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 Pike County?
Life expectancy in Pike County is 79.3 years. The Pennsylvania state average is 76.4 years, making Pike County above the state average.
How does Pike County health compare to the Pennsylvania average?
Pike County's health score of 81/100 is above the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 79.3 years vs. the state average of 76.4 years. The uninsured rate is 6.8% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Pike County?
Key health factors for Pike County include: life expectancy (79.3 years), uninsured rate (6.8%), and primary care physician access (25:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 100:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Pike County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 81/100 ("Excellent"), Pike County is one of the healthier counties in Pennsylvania. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.3 years. 6.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Pike County healthier than the Pennsylvania average?
Pike County's health score of 81/100 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. Pike County has better primary care access (25:1 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.