Providence County Health Data
Providence County, Rhode Island
Health Score
77/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
78.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.2 yr
State avg 79.9 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.1%
State avg 4.2%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
97
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
587
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Providence County, Rhode Island
Providence health outcomes lag significantly
Providence County residents live to just 78.2 years, falling 5.8 years short of the U.S. average of 76.4 years and 1.7 years below Rhode Island's 79.9-year average—a notable gap. At 17.1% reporting poor or fair health, Providence's rate is 27% higher than the national average of 13.5%, signaling widespread chronic disease burden.
Rhode Island's lowest life expectancy county
Providence County ranks last among Rhode Island counties for life expectancy at 78.2 years and has the highest poor/fair health rate statewide at 17.1%. The county's 6.1% uninsured rate is the worst in the state, far exceeding Rhode Island's 4.2% average by 45%, leaving over 15,000 residents without coverage.
Health gap widens versus neighboring counties
Providence's 78.2-year lifespan trails Newport by 3.9 years and Bristol by 2.5 years, revealing significant disparities within the state. Providence's 6.1% uninsured rate is 1.6 percentage points above the next-worst county (Kent at 4%), suggesting systemic access barriers.
Uninsured rate and provider gaps collide
Providence's 6.1% uninsured rate means roughly 15,000+ residents lack health coverage, likely delaying or forgoing care despite having 97 primary care providers and 587 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. Many insured residents also face affordability challenges that keep them from using available providers.
Getting covered is the first step.
If you're among Providence's 6.1% uninsured, visit HealthCare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 today—coverage is more affordable than you may think. With strong mental health resources available, insurance unlocks the care you need to improve your health.
eHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Providence County residents.
Compare Plans →HealthMarkets
Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in Rhode Island.
Get a Quote →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Providence County, RI?
What is the life expectancy in Providence County?
How does Providence County health compare to the Rhode Island average?
What health factors affect Providence County?
Is Providence County a healthy place to live?
What are the biggest health challenges in Providence County?
Counties with Similar Health Profile
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.