Bristol County Health Data

Bristol County, Rhode Island

Health Score

96/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

3.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.7 yr

State avg 79.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

3.5%

State avg 4.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

201

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

257

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Bristol County, Rhode Island

Bristol outpaces the nation on longevity

Bristol County residents live to 80.7 years on average, beating the U.S. average of 76.4 years by over four years. Just 13% of residents report poor or fair health, slightly below the national rate of 13.5%, signaling a generally healthy population.

Rhode Island's second-healthiest county

Bristol's 80.7-year life expectancy ranks second-best in Rhode Island, edging out the state average of 79.9 years. The county's 3.5% uninsured rate is also notably lower than Rhode Island's 4.2% average, reflecting strong healthcare access.

Healthier than nearby Kent and Providence

Bristol residents enjoy a 2.5-year longevity advantage over Kent County (78.2 years) and match Newport County's strong health outcomes at over 80 years. Bristol's primary care capacity of 201 providers per 100,000 is more than double Kent's 84, ensuring shorter waits for routine care.

Strong insurance coverage, robust primary care

With 3.5% of residents uninsured, Bristol leads the state in health coverage. The county's 201 primary care providers per 100,000 population far exceed state needs, while 257 mental health providers per 100,000 support comprehensive behavioral health care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Bristol County, RI?
Bristol County has a health score of 96/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #3 out of 5 counties in Rhode Island (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 Bristol County?
Life expectancy in Bristol County is 80.7 years. The Rhode Island state average is 79.9 years, making Bristol County above the state average.
How does Bristol County health compare to the Rhode Island average?
Bristol County's health score of 96/100 is above the Rhode Island average of 92/100. Life expectancy is 80.7 years vs. the state average of 79.9 years. The uninsured rate is 3.5% vs. 4.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Bristol County?
Key health factors for Bristol County include: life expectancy (80.7 years), uninsured rate (3.5%), and primary care physician access (201:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 257:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Bristol County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 96/100 ("Excellent"), Bristol County is one of the healthier counties in Rhode Island. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.7 years. 3.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Bristol County healthier than the Rhode Island average?
Bristol County's health score of 96/100 exceeds the Rhode Island average of 92/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.