Susquehanna County Health Data

Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

66/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

State avg 76.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.9%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

37

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

81

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

15.4%

State avg 18.1%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

31.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 36.5 per 100K

Dentists

2.6

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

15.6

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 Susquehanna County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

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

Health-risk behaviors

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

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSusquehannaState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%
Dental Visit (past year)65.6%62.2%57.3%3.4 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)78.8%76.5%73.3%2.3 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureSusquehannaState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%
Short Sleep Duration38.4%39.4%37.3%1.0 pts better than state

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

Susquehanna County Primary Care Access Trails State and National Figures

Health data brief for Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania.

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

Susquehanna County reports 37 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is roughly half of the national median of 70 per 100,000. The county’s mental health provider ratio is also lower than the national median of 250, with 81 providers per 100,000. Life expectancy in the county is 76.6 years, slightly exceeding the Pennsylvania average of 76.4 years but remaining below the national average of 77 years. About 15.4% of adults report poor or fair health, a figure lower than the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in Susquehanna County is 8.9%, which is higher than the state average of 7.0% and lower than the national average of 10%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Susquehanna 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.

Endless Mountains Health Systems

ER
1/5
(570) 278-3801
100 Hospital Drive, Montrose, PA 18801
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Barnes-kasson County Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(570) 853-3135
2872 Turnpike Street, Susquehanna, PA 18847
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 Susquehanna County, PA?
Susquehanna County has a health score of 66/100, rated "Average." It ranks #27 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 Susquehanna County?
Life expectancy in Susquehanna County is 76.6 years. The Pennsylvania state average is 76.4 years, making Susquehanna County above the state average.
How does Susquehanna County health compare to the Pennsylvania average?
Susquehanna County's health score of 66/100 is above the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 76.6 years vs. the state average of 76.4 years. The uninsured rate is 8.9% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Susquehanna County?
Key health factors for Susquehanna County include: life expectancy (76.6 years), uninsured rate (8.9%), and primary care physician access (37:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 81:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Susquehanna County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 66/100 ("Average"), Susquehanna County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Pennsylvania. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.6 years. 8.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Susquehanna County healthier than the Pennsylvania average?
Susquehanna County's health score of 66/100 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. Susquehanna County has better primary care access (37:1 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.