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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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.