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Compared to Target

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Compared to a Single Value

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Compared to Prior Value

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County: Albany

Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany % of children who have had the recommended number of well child visits in government sponsored insurance programs

78.8%
Percentage
(2016)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 78.8% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 85.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 82.9%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 56 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (83.3%), Albany has a value of 78.8% which is lower and worse.
Capital Region Value
(83.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (78.8%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (80.4%).
Prior Value
(80.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2013-2018 (91.3%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2013-2018
(91.3%)

County: Albany Age-adjusted preventable hospitalization rate per 10,000 - Aged 18+ years

122.2
Rate per 10,000 population
(2016)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 122.2 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 118.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 130.8.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (117.0), Albany has a value of 122.2 which is higher and worse.
Capital Region Value
(117.0)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (122.2) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (97.0).
Prior Value
(97.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2013-2018 (122.0), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2013-2018
(122.0)

County: Albany Asthma emergency department visit rate per 10,000 population

55.0
Rate per 10,000 population
(2016)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 55.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 34.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 44.8.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (41.4), Albany has a value of 55.0 which is higher and worse.
Capital Region Value
(41.4)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (55.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (63.2).
Prior Value
(63.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2013-2018 (75.1), the target has  been met.
Prevention Agenda 2013-2018
(75.1)

County: Albany Circulatory Composite PQI Rate

Current Value:
29.7
Rate per 10,000 population
(2014-2016)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 29.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.6.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (29.0), Albany has a value of 29.7 which is higher and worse.
Capital Region Value
(29.0)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (29.7) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (28.5).
Prior Value
(28.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Albany Diabetes Composite PQI Rate

Current Value:
16.3
Rate per 10,000 population
(2014-2016)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 16.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.4.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (13.8), Albany has a value of 16.3 which is higher and worse.
Capital Region Value
(13.8)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (16.3) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (15.1).
Prior Value
(15.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Albany Diabetes Hospitalization Rate (18+ years)

Current Value:
16.3
Rate per 10,000 population
(2014-2016)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 16.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.4.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (13.7), Albany has a value of 16.3 which is higher and worse.
Capital Region Value
(13.7)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (16.3) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (14.4).
Prior Value
(14.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Albany Mental Diseases and Disorders Hospitalizations (18+)

72.4
Rate per 10,000 population
(2014-2016)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 72.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 79.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 105.0.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (81.8), Albany has a value of 72.4 which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(81.8)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (72.4) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (50.2).
Prior Value
(50.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Albany Opioid Overdose Emergency Department Rate

Current Value:
25.8
Rate per 100,000 population
(2014-2016)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 25.8 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 39.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 51.6.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (36.0), Albany has a value of 25.8 which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(36.0)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (25.8) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (18.9).
Prior Value
(18.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Albany Percentage of adults who are obese

Current Value:
25.7%
Percent of adults
(2013-2014)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 25.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.2%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (27.6%), Albany has a value of 25.7% which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(27.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2013-2018 (23.2%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2013-2018
(23.2%)

County: Albany Percentage of children with 4:3:1:3:3:1:4 immunization series - Aged 19-35 months

65.1%
(2014)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 65.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 63.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 69.4%.
NY Counties
Compared to the Capital Region Value (70.0%), Albany has a value of 65.1% which is lower and worse.
Capital Region Value
(70.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2013-2018 (80.0%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2013-2018
(80.0%)

County: Albany Percentage of cigarette smoking among adults

Current Value:
16.3%
Percent of adults
(2013-2014)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 16.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.5%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (19.1%), Albany has a value of 16.3% which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(19.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2013-2018 (12.3%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2013-2018
(12.3%)

County: Albany Premature deaths (death before age 65)

Current Value:
22.4%
Percentage
(2016)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 22.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.5%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (22.8%), Albany has a value of 22.4% which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(22.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (22.4%) is less and better than the previously measured value (23.0%).
Prior Value
(23.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2013-2018 (21.8%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2013-2018
(21.8%)

County: Albany Respiratory Composite PQI Rate

Current Value:
25.3
Rate per 10,000 population
(2014-2016)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 25.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.1.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (25.5), Albany has a value of 25.3 which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(25.5)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (25.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (27.4).
Prior Value
(27.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Albany

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Heroin Overdose

Current Value:
5.8
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 5.8 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.6.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 5.8 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.6.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties.
Compared to the NY State Value Exclusive of NYC (6.3), Albany has a value of 5.8 which is lower and better.
NY State Value Exclusive of NYC
(6.3)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value (excluding New York City).
Compared to the prior value, Albany (5.8) is less and better than the previously measured value (7.8).
Prior Value
(7.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (4.2), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(4.2)

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Opioid Pain Relievers

23.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 23.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.3.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 23.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.3.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties.
Compared to the NY State Value Exclusive of NYC (20.7), Albany has a value of 23.0 which is higher and worse.
NY State Value Exclusive of NYC
(20.7)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value (excluding New York City).
Compared to the prior value, Albany (23.0) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (16.3).
Prior Value
(16.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Drug and Opioid-Involved Overdose Death Rate

22.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 22.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.3.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 54 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 22.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,303 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (20.6), Albany has a value of 22.0 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(20.6)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (23.5), Albany has a value of 22.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(23.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (22.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (18.1).
Prior Value
(18.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Emergency Department Visit Rate due to Heroin Overdose

46.3
Visits per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 46.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 43.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 52.9.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 53 New York counties.
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 46.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 43.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 52.9.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 53 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY State Value Exclusive of NYC (32.1), Albany has a value of 46.3 which is higher and worse.
NY State Value Exclusive of NYC
(32.1)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value (excluding New York City).
Compared to the prior value, Albany (46.3) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (43.1).
Prior Value
(43.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Emergency Department Visit Rate due to Opioid Overdose

75.3
Visits per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 75.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 71.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 88.9.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 56 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 75.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 71.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 88.9.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 56 New York counties.
Compared to the NY State Value Exclusive of NYC (60.9), Albany has a value of 75.3 which is higher and worse.
NY State Value Exclusive of NYC
(60.9)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value (excluding New York City).
Compared to the prior value, Albany (75.3) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (59.9).
Prior Value
(59.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Hospital Discharge Rate due to Heroin Overdose

8.8
Discharges per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 8.8 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.2.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 39 New York counties.
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 8.8 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.2.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 39 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY State Value Exclusive of NYC (9.3), Albany has a value of 8.8 which is lower and better.
NY State Value Exclusive of NYC
(9.3)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value (excluding New York City).
Compared to the prior value, Albany (8.8) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (6.9).
Prior Value
(6.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Hospital Discharge Rate due to Opioid Overdose

6.0
Discharges per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 6.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.2.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
(2017)
The distribution is based on data from 45 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 6.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.2.
NY Counties
(2017)
The distribution is based on data from 45 New York counties.
Compared to the NY State Value Exclusive of NYC (5.6), Albany has a value of 6.0 which is higher and worse.
NY State Value Exclusive of NYC
(5.6)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value (excluding New York City).
Compared to the prior value, Albany (6.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (7.2).
Prior Value
(7.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Rate of Adults who Binge Drink

Current Value:
15.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 15.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.8%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 56 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (16.0%), Albany has a value of 15.8% which is lower and better.
NY Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (15.4%), Albany has a value of 15.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(15.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (18.1%), Albany has a value of 15.8% which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(18.1% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (15.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (19.2%).
Prior Value
(19.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 (16.4%), the target has  been met.
Prevention Agenda 2019-2024
(16.4%)
<div>The New York State Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 objective is to reduce the age-adjusted percentage of adults who binge drink to 16.4%.</div>
Over time, the Albany value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Death Rate due to Drug Poisoning

Current Value:
25.8
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 25.8 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.1.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 25.8 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,899 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (24.6), Albany has a value of 25.8 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(24.6)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (27.2), Albany has a value of 25.8 which is lower and better.
US Value
(27.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (20.7), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(20.7)
<div>SU-03: Reduce drug overdose deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Albany

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Adults with Cancer

Current Value:

County: Albany Adults with Cancer

7.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 7.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.3%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 7.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (7.0%), Albany has a value of 7.0%.
US Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Breast Cancer

Current Value:
20.2
Deaths per 100,000 females
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 20.2 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.9.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 59 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 20.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,755 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (18.6), Albany has a value of 20.2 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(18.6)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (19.6), Albany has a value of 20.2 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(19.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (20.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (20.4).
Prior Value
(20.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (15.3), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(15.3)

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Colorectal Cancer

Current Value:
10.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 10.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.9.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 10.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,174 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (11.9), Albany has a value of 10.5 which is lower and better.
NY Value
(11.9)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.1), Albany has a value of 10.5 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (10.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.1).
Prior Value
(11.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (8.9), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.9)

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Lung Cancer

Current Value:
37.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 37.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 41.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 44.8.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 37.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 50.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,752 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (30.1), Albany has a value of 37.7 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(30.1)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (35.0), Albany has a value of 37.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(35.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (37.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (40.8).
Prior Value
(40.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.1), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.1)

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Prostate Cancer

Current Value:
18.1
Deaths per 100,000 males
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 18.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,576 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (16.8), Albany has a value of 18.1 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(16.8)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.8), Albany has a value of 18.1 which is lower and better.
US Value
(18.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (18.1) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (18.3).
Prior Value
(18.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (16.9), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(16.9)

County: Albany Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
146.0
Cases per 100,000 females
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 146.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 135.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 143.8.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 146.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 122.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 133.5.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,478 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (134.0), Albany has a value of 146.0 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(134.0)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (127.0), Albany has a value of 146.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(127.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (146.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (155.8).
Prior Value
(155.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Cancer: Medicare Population

Current Value:
12.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 12.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 12.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (13.0%), Albany has a value of 12.0% which is lower and better.
NY Value
(13.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0%), Albany has a value of 12.0%.
US Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (12.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.0%).
Prior Value
(12.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Cervical Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
6.3
Cases per 100,000 females
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 6.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.0.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 32 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 6.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 696 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (7.4), Albany has a value of 6.3 which is lower and better.
NY Value
(7.4)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.5), Albany has a value of 6.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(7.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (6.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (6.9).
Prior Value
(6.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Cervical Cancer Screening: 21-65

Current Value:
83.8%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 83.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.2%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 83.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 81.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 79.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (82.8%), Albany has a value of 83.8% which is higher and better.
US Value
(82.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Colon Cancer Screening: USPSTF Recommendation

Current Value:
73.3%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 73.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 71.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 66.9%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
(2016)
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (68.5%), Albany has a value of 73.3% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(68.5% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the NY State Value Exclusive of NYC (68.5%), Albany has a value of 73.3% which is higher and better.
NY State Value Exclusive of NYC
(68.5% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value (excluding New York City).
Compared to the Capital Region Value (76.3%), Albany has a value of 73.3% which is lower and worse.
Capital Region Value
(76.3% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (73.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (79.0%).
Prior Value
(79.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Albany Colorectal Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
37.0
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 37.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 37.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 41.3.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 37.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 40.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 46.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,401 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (36.6), Albany has a value of 37.0 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(36.6)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (36.5), Albany has a value of 37.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(36.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (37.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (36.9).
Prior Value
(36.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Lung and Bronchus Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
69.4
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 69.4 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 66.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 73.0.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 69.4 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 63.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 74.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,471 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (55.4), Albany has a value of 69.4 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(55.4)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (54.0), Albany has a value of 69.4 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(54.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (69.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (71.8).
Prior Value
(71.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Mammogram in Past 2 Years: 50-74

Current Value:
75.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 75.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 79.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 74.7%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (78.2%), Albany has a value of 75.2% which is lower and worse.
NY Value
(78.2%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (76.3%), Albany has a value of 75.2% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(76.3% in 2022)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (80.2%), Albany has a value of 75.2% which is lower and worse.
Capital Region Value
(80.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (75.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (84.7%).
Prior Value
(84.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (80.3%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(80.3%)

County: Albany Mammography Screening: Medicare Population

Current Value:
51.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 51.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 49.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 46.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 51.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 45.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 40.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,123 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (46.0%), Albany has a value of 51.0% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(46.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (47.0%), Albany has a value of 51.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(47.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (51.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (48.0%).
Prior Value
(48.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Oral Cavity and Pharynx Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
14.8
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 14.8 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.6.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 14.8 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,706 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (11.3), Albany has a value of 14.8 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(11.3)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.9), Albany has a value of 14.8 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(11.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (14.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (14.0).
Prior Value
(14.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Pap Test in Past 3 Years: 21-65

Current Value:
88.8%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 88.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 87.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.2%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (84.7%), Albany has a value of 88.8% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(84.7%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (80.2%), Albany has a value of 88.8% which is higher and better.
US Value
(80.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (83.5%), Albany has a value of 88.8% which is higher and better.
Capital Region Value
(83.5% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (88.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (82.1%).
Prior Value
(82.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Albany Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
130.7
Cases per 100,000 males
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 130.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 124.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 137.0.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 130.7 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 107.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 125.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,500 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (130.3), Albany has a value of 130.7 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(130.3)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (110.5), Albany has a value of 130.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(110.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (130.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (129.5).
Prior Value
(129.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany

Health / County Health Rankings

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / County Health Rankings

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Clinical Care Ranking

Current Value:

County: Albany Clinical Care Ranking

7
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 31 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 47.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.

County: Albany Health Behaviors Ranking

Current Value:

County: Albany Health Behaviors Ranking

13
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 13 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 31 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 47.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.

County: Albany Morbidity Ranking

Current Value:

County: Albany Morbidity Ranking

15
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 15 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 31 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 47.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.

County: Albany Mortality Ranking

Current Value:

County: Albany Mortality Ranking

24
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 24 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 31 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 47.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.

County: Albany Physical Environment Ranking

Current Value:
46
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 46 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 31 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 47.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.

County: Albany Social and Economic Factors Ranking

Current Value:
6
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 31 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 47.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.

County: Albany

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Diabetes

Current Value:
19.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 19.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 25.7.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 19.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,937 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (19.1), Albany has a value of 19.2 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(19.1)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (22.6), Albany has a value of 19.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(22.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (19.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (17.5).
Prior Value
(17.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Rate of Adults with Diabetes

Current Value:
8.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 8.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.6%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 56 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (10.2%), Albany has a value of 8.7% which is lower and better.
NY Value
(10.2%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.9%), Albany has a value of 8.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (7.6%), Albany has a value of 8.7% which is higher and worse.
Capital Region Value
(7.6% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (8.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.7%).
Prior Value
(7.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Diabetes: Medicare Population

Current Value:
24.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 24.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 27.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 24.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (28.0%), Albany has a value of 24.0% which is lower and better.
NY Value
(28.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.0%), Albany has a value of 24.0%.
US Value
(24.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (24.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (24.0%).
Prior Value
(24.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Diabetic Monitoring: Medicare Population

Current Value:
89.4%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 89.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 88.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 86.8%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 89.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 88.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,097 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (88.6%), Albany has a value of 89.4% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(88.6%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (87.5%), Albany has a value of 89.4% which is higher and better.
US Value
(87.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (89.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (87.6%).
Prior Value
(87.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Adults with Disability Living in Poverty

Current Value:
30.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 30.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 28.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 31.8%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 30.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (29.0%), Albany has a value of 30.9% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(29.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.9%), Albany has a value of 30.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(24.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Children with a Disability

Current Value:
3.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (4.1%), Albany has a value of 3.9%.
NY Value
(4.1%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.5%), Albany has a value of 3.9%.
US Value
(4.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Persons with a Cognitive Difficulty

Current Value:
5.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (4.9%), Albany has a value of 5.1%.
NY Value
(4.9%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.3%), Albany has a value of 5.1%.
US Value
(5.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Persons with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Albany Persons with a Disability

11.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (11.9%), Albany has a value of 11.8%.
NY Value
(11.9%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.9%), Albany has a value of 11.8%.
US Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Persons with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
2.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (2.8%), Albany has a value of 2.7%.
NY Value
(2.8%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.6%), Albany has a value of 2.7%.
US Value
(3.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Persons with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
1.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (2.8%), Albany has a value of 1.7%.
NY Value
(2.8%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.6%), Albany has a value of 1.7%.
US Value
(2.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Persons with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
1.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (2.1%), Albany has a value of 1.8%.
NY Value
(2.1%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Albany has a value of 1.8%.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Persons with an Ambulatory Difficulty

Current Value:
5.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (6.6%), Albany has a value of 5.3%.
NY Value
(6.6%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.7%), Albany has a value of 5.3%.
US Value
(6.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Teen Birth Rate: 15-17

Current Value:

County: Albany Teen Birth Rate: 15-17

6.0
Live births per 1,000 females aged 15-17
(2014-2016)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 6.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.1.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (6.6), Albany has a value of 6.0 which is lower and better.
NY Value
(6.6)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (6.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (6.9).
Prior Value
(6.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Teen Birth Rate: 15-19

Current Value:

County: Albany Teen Birth Rate: 15-19

3.3
Live births per 1,000 females aged 15-19
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 3.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.3.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (3.1), Albany has a value of 3.3 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(3.1)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (17.6), Albany has a value of 3.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(17.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics
Compared to the prior value, Albany (3.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (10.1).
Prior Value
(10.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Teen Pregnancy Rate

Current Value:

County: Albany Teen Pregnancy Rate

18.2
Pregnancies per 1,000 females aged 15-17
(2012-2014)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 18.2 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.0.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (19.6), Albany has a value of 18.2 which is lower and better.
NY Value
(19.6)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (22.4), Albany has a value of 18.2 which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(22.4 in 2011-2013)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (18.2) is less and better than the previously measured value (18.3).
Prior Value
(18.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Adults who have had a Routine Checkup

Current Value:
75.3%
(2016)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 75.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 70.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 67.5%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (71.6%), Albany has a value of 75.3% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(71.6%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (72.5%), Albany has a value of 75.3% which is higher and better.
Capital Region Value
(72.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (75.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (72.3%).
Prior Value
(72.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Albany Adults who have had a Routine Checkup

Current Value:
77.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 77.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 78.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.3%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 77.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 75.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 72.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (73.6%), Albany has a value of 77.7% which is higher and better.
US Value
(73.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Adults with Health Insurance

Current Value:
95.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 95.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 93.1%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 38 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 95.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 90.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 86.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 828 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (93.2%), Albany has a value of 95.0% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(93.2%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (88.7%), Albany has a value of 95.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(88.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (95.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (95.7%).
Prior Value
(95.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Adults without Health Insurance

Current Value:
5.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 5.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.1%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 5.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (10.8%), Albany has a value of 5.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Rate of Adults Unable to Afford to See a Doctor

6.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 6.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.0%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 54 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (8.4%), Albany has a value of 6.2% which is lower and better.
NY Value
(8.4%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.7%), Albany has a value of 6.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (8.8%), Albany has a value of 6.2% which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(8.8% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (6.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.2%).
Prior Value
(9.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Rate of Adults with a Usual Source of Health Care

85.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 85.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 80.5%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
(2018)
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (85.0%), Albany has a value of 85.1% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(85.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (84.2%), Albany has a value of 85.1% which is higher and better.
US Value
(84.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (85.8%), Albany has a value of 85.1% which is lower and worse.
Capital Region Value
(85.8% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (85.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (84.6%).
Prior Value
(84.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 (86.7%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2019-2024
(86.7%)
<div>The New York State Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 objective is to increase the age-adjusted percentage of adults with a usual primary care provider to 86.7%.</div>
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Children with Health Insurance

Current Value:
98.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 98.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 97.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 96.8%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 38 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 98.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 96.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 93.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 828 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (97.4%), Albany has a value of 98.0% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(97.4%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (94.9%), Albany has a value of 98.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(94.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (98.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (98.0%).
Prior Value
(98.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Medicare Healthcare Costs

Current Value:

County: Albany Medicare Healthcare Costs

$8,885
Dollars per enrollee
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value ($9,686), Albany has a value of $8,885.
NY Value
($9,686)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value ($9,729), Albany has a value of $8,885.
US Value
($9,729)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany ($8,885) is greater  than the previously measured value ($8,271).
Prior Value
($8,271)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Non-Physician Primary Care Provider Rate

Current Value:
267
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 267 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 112 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 82.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 267 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 65.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (154), Albany has a value of 267 which is higher and better.
NY Value
(154)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (267) is greater and better than the previously measured value (245).
Prior Value
(245)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Persons with Health Insurance

Current Value:
95.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 95.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 94.3%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 95.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (93.9%), Albany has a value of 95.3% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(93.9%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (95.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (95.3%).
Prior Value
(95.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (92.4%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(92.4%)
<div>AHS-01: Increase the proportion of people with health insurance <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Albany Persons with Private Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
60.8%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (52.2%), Albany has a value of 60.8%.
NY Value
(52.2%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (54.8%), Albany has a value of 60.8%.
US Value
(54.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (60.8%) is greater  than the previously measured value (56.9%).
Prior Value
(56.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Persons with Public Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
19.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (29.7%), Albany has a value of 19.0%.
NY Value
(29.7%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.8%), Albany has a value of 19.0%.
US Value
(24.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (19.0%) is less  than the previously measured value (23.6%).
Prior Value
(23.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Preventable Hospital Stays: Medicare Population

Current Value:
2,395.0
Discharges per 100,000 Medicare enrollees
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 2,395.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,630.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3,040.8.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 2,395.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,729.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3,374.5.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (2,617.0), Albany has a value of 2,395.0 which is lower and better.
NY Value
(2,617.0)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (2,677.0), Albany has a value of 2,395.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(2,677.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (2,395.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (2,491.0).
Prior Value
(2,491.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Primary Care Provider Rate

Current Value:
96
Providers per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 96 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 55 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 37.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 96 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 47 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 29.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,984 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (80), Albany has a value of 96 which is higher and better.
NY Value
(80)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (96) is less and worse than the previously measured value (101).
Prior Value
(101)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Households with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:
88.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 88.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 86.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 84.6%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 88.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 79.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (88.4%), Albany has a value of 88.3% which is lower and worse.
NY Value
(88.4%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (88.5%), Albany has a value of 88.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(88.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Households with One or More Types of Computing Devices

93.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 93.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 91.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 90.5%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 93.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 91.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 88.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (93.1%), Albany has a value of 93.7% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(93.1%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (94.0%), Albany has a value of 93.7% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(94.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Persons with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:
91.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 91.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 87.2%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 91.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 87.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (90.6%), Albany has a value of 91.3% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(90.6%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (91.0%), Albany has a value of 91.3% which is higher and better.
US Value
(91.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Adults who Experienced a Stroke

Current Value:
2.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 2.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.5%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 2.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (3.3%), Albany has a value of 2.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(3.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Adults who Experienced Coronary Heart Disease

Current Value:
5.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 5.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.4%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 5.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (6.1%), Albany has a value of 5.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(6.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Adults who Have Taken Medications for High Blood Pressure

77.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 77.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 79.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 78.2%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 77.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 80.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 78.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (78.2%), Albany has a value of 77.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(78.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 (80.7%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2019-2024
(80.7%)
<div><span>This target aims to increase the percentage of adults with hypertension who are currently taking medicine to manage their high blood pressure. </span></div>

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Cholesterol Test History

Current Value:
90.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 90.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 81.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.9%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
(2014)
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (90.7%), Albany has a value of 90.1% which is lower and worse.
NY Value
(90.7%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (90.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (86.6%).
Prior Value
(86.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cerebrovascular Disease (Stroke)

25.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 25.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.3.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 25.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 39.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 47.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,338 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (24.3), Albany has a value of 25.2 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(24.3)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (37.6), Albany has a value of 25.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(37.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (25.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (25.3).
Prior Value
(25.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (33.4), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(33.4)

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Coronary Heart Disease

94.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 94.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 100.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 114.4.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 94.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 98.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 121.9.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,852 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (118.7), Albany has a value of 94.2 which is lower and better.
NY Value
(118.7)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (90.2), Albany has a value of 94.2 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(90.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (94.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (91.1).
Prior Value
(91.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (71.1), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(71.1)

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Heart Attack

Current Value:
44.1
Deaths per 100,000 population 35+ years
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 44.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 51.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 61.7.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 60 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (43.4), Albany has a value of 44.1 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(43.4)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (44.1) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (39.7).
Prior Value
(39.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Heart Attack

16.3
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 35+ years
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 16.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 25.0.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (19.7), Albany has a value of 16.3 which is lower and better.
NY Value
(19.7 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (16.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (21.0).
Prior Value
(21.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Rate of High Blood Pressure Prevalence

28.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 28.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 31.1%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 56 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (27.6%), Albany has a value of 28.5% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(27.6%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (32.4%), Albany has a value of 28.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(32.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (30.9%), Albany has a value of 28.5% which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(30.9% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (28.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (33.8%).
Prior Value
(33.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (41.9%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(41.9%)

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Rate of High Cholesterol Prevalence

Current Value:
31.5%
(2014)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 31.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 32.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.5%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (34.5%), Albany has a value of 31.5% which is lower and better.
NY Value
(34.5%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (35.7%), Albany has a value of 31.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(35.7% in 2021)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

County: Albany Atrial Fibrillation: Medicare Population

Current Value:
15.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 15.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 15.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (14.0%), Albany has a value of 15.0% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.0%), Albany has a value of 15.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (15.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.0%).
Prior Value
(15.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Cholesterol Test History

Current Value:

County: Albany Cholesterol Test History

85.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 85.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 86.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.6%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 85.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 84.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 82.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (86.4%), Albany has a value of 85.8% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(86.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Heart Failure: Medicare Population

Current Value:
12.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 12.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 12.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (11.0%), Albany has a value of 12.0% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Albany has a value of 12.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (12.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.0%).
Prior Value
(12.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany High Cholesterol Prevalence: Past 5 Years

Current Value:
33.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 33.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 36.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 37.5%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 33.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 38.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 40.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (36.4%), Albany has a value of 33.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(36.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Hyperlipidemia: Medicare Population

Current Value:
66.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 66.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 67.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 69.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 66.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 63.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 67.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (67.0%), Albany has a value of 66.0% which is lower and better.
NY Value
(67.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (65.0%), Albany has a value of 66.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (66.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (65.0%).
Prior Value
(65.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Hypertension: Medicare Population

Current Value:
65.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 65.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 65.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 68.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 65.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 67.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 71.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (65.0%), Albany has a value of 65.0%.
NY Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (65.0%), Albany has a value of 65.0%.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (65.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (65.0%).
Prior Value
(65.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Ischemic Heart Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
27.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 27.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.3%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 27.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (24.0%), Albany has a value of 27.0% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(24.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.0%), Albany has a value of 27.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(21.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (27.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (25.0%).
Prior Value
(25.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Stroke: Medicare Population

Current Value:
6.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 6.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (7.0%), Albany has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
NY Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Albany has a value of 6.0%.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (6.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (7.0%).
Prior Value
(7.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Adults 65+ with Influenza Vaccination

Current Value:
67.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 67.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 58.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 55.1%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
(2016)
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (66.8%), Albany has a value of 67.1% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(66.8%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (68.6%), Albany has a value of 67.1% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(68.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (59.6%), Albany has a value of 67.1% which is higher and better.
Capital Region Value
(59.6% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (67.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (50.3%).
Prior Value
(50.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2013-2018 (70.0%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2013-2018
(70.0%)
<div>The New York State Prevention Agenda 2013-2018 objective is to increase the percentage of adults aged 65 years and older who received an influenza vaccination in the past year to 70.0%.</div>

County: Albany Adults 65+ with Pneumonia Vaccination

Current Value:
75.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 75.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 72.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 69.0%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
(2018)
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (65.6%), Albany has a value of 75.5% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(65.6%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (71.0%), Albany has a value of 75.5% which is higher and better.
US Value
(71.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (74.7%), Albany has a value of 75.5% which is higher and better.
Capital Region Value
(74.7% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (75.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (70.2%).
Prior Value
(70.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Influenza and Pneumonia

17.6
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 17.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.9.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 17.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,449 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (17.7), Albany has a value of 17.6 which is lower and better.
NY Value
(17.7)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.4), Albany has a value of 17.6 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (17.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (19.2).
Prior Value
(19.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany COVID-19 Daily Average Case-Fatality Rate

Current Value:
2.7
Deaths per 100 cases
(Mar 3, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 2.7 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 1.1.
NY Counties
(Feb 24, 2023)
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 2.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.3.
U.S. Counties
(Mar 25, 2022)
The distribution is based on data from 2,811 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (1.0), Albany has a value of 2.7 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(1.0)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.7), Albany has a value of 2.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(1.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (2.7) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (0.0).
Prior Value
(0.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany COVID-19 Daily Average Incidence Rate

Current Value:
8.55
Cases per 100,000 population
(Mar 3, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 8.55 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.50 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.22.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 8.55 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.84 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.01.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (9.93), Albany has a value of 8.55 which is lower and better.
NY Value
(9.93)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.97), Albany has a value of 8.55 which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.97)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (8.55) is less and better than the previously measured value (10.37).
Prior Value
(10.37)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Flu Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
59.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 59.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 49.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 46.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 59.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 43.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 36.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (52.0%), Albany has a value of 59.0% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(52.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.0%), Albany has a value of 59.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(50.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (59.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (57.0%).
Prior Value
(57.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Lyme Disease Incidence Rate

Current Value:
134.5
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 134.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 91.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 159.2.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (44.7), Albany has a value of 134.5 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(44.7)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (134.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (71.5).
Prior Value
(71.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Persons Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Current Value:
77.9%
(May 10, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 77.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 67.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 61.6%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 77.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 52.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 44.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,125 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (77.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (77.9%).
Prior Value
(77.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Pneumonia Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
8.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 8.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 7.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 6.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 8.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 5.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (7.0%), Albany has a value of 8.0% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.0%), Albany has a value of 8.0%.
US Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (8.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (5.0%).
Prior Value
(5.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Babies with Low Birthweight

Current Value:
8.2%
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 8.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.1%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (8.1%), Albany has a value of 8.2% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(8.1%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.3%), Albany has a value of 8.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Albany (8.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (8.2%).
Prior Value
(8.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Infant Mortality Rate

Current Value:

County: Albany Infant Mortality Rate

2.0
Deaths per 1,000 live births
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 2.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.6.
NY Counties
(2017-2019)
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (1.5), Albany has a value of 2.0 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(1.5)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.6), Albany has a value of 2.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(5.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Albany (2.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (5.5).
Prior Value
(5.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.0), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.0)
<div>MICH-02: Reduce the rate of infant deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Albany Mothers who Received Late or No Prenatal Care

Current Value:
5.4%
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 5.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.1%.
NY Counties
(2017-2019)
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (5.3%), Albany has a value of 5.4% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(5.3%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Albany has a value of 5.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(6.0% in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the Capital Region Value (4.4%), Albany has a value of 5.4% which is higher and worse.
Capital Region Value
(4.4% in 2012-2014)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (5.4%) is less and better than the previously measured value (5.6%).
Prior Value
(5.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Preterm Births

Current Value:

County: Albany Preterm Births

1.5%
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 1.5% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 1.6%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (1.5%), Albany has a value of 1.5%.
NY Value
(1.5%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (10.4%), Albany has a value of 1.5% which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(10.4% in 2014)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (1.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (1.5%).
Prior Value
(1.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 (8.3%), the target has  been met.
Prevention Agenda 2019-2024
(8.3%)
<div>The New York State Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 objective is to reduce the proportion of infants who are born preterm to 8.3%.</div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (9.4%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(9.4%)

County: Albany

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Adults Ever Diagnosed with Depression

Current Value:
23.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 23.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.3%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 23.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 22.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (19.5%), Albany has a value of 23.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(19.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Suicide

Current Value:
9.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 9.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.6.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 48 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 9.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,307 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (8.2), Albany has a value of 9.7 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(8.2)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.9), Albany has a value of 9.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (9.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.5).
Prior Value
(10.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 (7), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2019-2024
(7)
<div>The New York State Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 objective is to reduce the age-adjusted suicide rate to 7 deaths per 100,000 population.</div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (12.8), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(12.8)
<div>MHMD-01: Reduce the suicide rate <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Rate of Poor Mental Health: 14+ Days

15.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 15.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.2%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 56 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (13.4%), Albany has a value of 15.6% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(13.4%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (11.5%), Albany has a value of 15.6% which is higher and worse.
Capital Region Value
(11.5% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (15.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.1%).
Prior Value
(10.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2013-2018 (10.1%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2013-2018
(10.1%)
<div>The New York State Prevention Agenda 2013-2018 objective is to reduce the age-adjusted percentage of adults with 14 or more poor mental health days in the past month to 10.1%.</div>

County: Albany Depression: Medicare Population

Current Value:
18.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 18.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 18.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (16.0%), Albany has a value of 18.0% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (16.0%), Albany has a value of 18.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (18.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (18.0%).
Prior Value
(18.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Frequent Mental Distress

Current Value:

County: Albany Frequent Mental Distress

13.4%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 13.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.7%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 13.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (12.1%), Albany has a value of 13.4% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(12.1%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.0%), Albany has a value of 13.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (13.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.4%).
Prior Value
(12.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Albany Mental Health Provider Rate

Current Value:
432
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 432 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 232 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 187.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 432 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 137 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 62.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,956 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (356), Albany has a value of 432 which is higher and better.
NY Value
(356)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (432) is greater and better than the previously measured value (412).
Prior Value
(412)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Life Expectancy

Current Value:

County: Albany Life Expectancy

78.7
Years
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 78.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 78.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.3.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 78.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 75.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 73.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,070 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (79.7), Albany has a value of 78.7 which is lower and worse.
NY Value
(79.7)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (77.6), Albany has a value of 78.7 which is higher and better.
US Value
(77.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany

Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Adult Fruit and Vegetable Consumption

Current Value:
23.9%
(2009)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 23.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 26.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 24.3%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (27.1%), Albany has a value of 23.9% which is lower and worse.
NY Value
(27.1%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (23.4%), Albany has a value of 23.9% which is higher and better.
US Value
(23.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 (70.4%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2019-2024
(70.4%)
<div><span>This target aims to increase the percentage of adults, among all adults, who consume less than one fruit and less than one vegetable per day </span></div>

County: Albany

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Adults 65+ who Received Recommended Preventive Services: Females

47.4%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 47.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 39.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 37.4%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 47.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 36.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 33.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (37.9%), Albany has a value of 47.4% which is higher and better.
US Value
(37.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Adults 65+ who Received Recommended Preventive Services: Males

44.8%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 44.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 45.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 42.9%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 44.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 42.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 39.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (43.7%), Albany has a value of 44.8% which is higher and better.
US Value
(43.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Adults 65+ with a Disability

Current Value:
29.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (31.6%), Albany has a value of 29.2%.
NY Value
(31.6%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (33.3%), Albany has a value of 29.2%.
US Value
(33.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Adults 65+ with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
10.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (10.9%), Albany has a value of 10.8%.
NY Value
(10.9%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Albany has a value of 10.8%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Adults 65+ with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
4.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (8.3%), Albany has a value of 4.2%.
NY Value
(8.3%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.4%), Albany has a value of 4.2%.
US Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Adults 65+ with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
3.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (5.5%), Albany has a value of 3.9%.
NY Value
(5.5%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Albany has a value of 3.9%.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Adults 65+ with an Independent Living Difficulty

Current Value:
11.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the NY Value (15.0%), Albany has a value of 11.1%.
NY Value
(15.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.6%), Albany has a value of 11.1%.
US Value
(13.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Alzheimer's Disease or Dementia: Medicare Population

7.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 7.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 7.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (7.0%), Albany has a value of 7.0%.
NY Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Albany has a value of 7.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (7.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.0%).
Prior Value
(7.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Adults 65+ with Total Tooth Loss

Current Value:
9.1%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 9.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.7%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 9.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (13.4%), Albany has a value of 9.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Adults with No Tooth Extractions

Current Value:
52.6%
(2009)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 52.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 51.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 46.9%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (50.6%), Albany has a value of 52.6% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(50.6%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (59.8%), Albany has a value of 52.6% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(59.8% in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Rate of Adults who Visited a Dentist

74.0%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 74.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 69.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 64.2%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (69.6%), Albany has a value of 74.0% which is higher and better.
NY Value
(69.6%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (67.6%), Albany has a value of 74.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(67.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (70.0%), Albany has a value of 74.0% which is higher and better.
Capital Region Value
(70.0% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (74.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (69.7%).
Prior Value
(69.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Albany Dentist Rate

Current Value:

County: Albany Dentist Rate

89
Dentists per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 89 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 50 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 36.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 89 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 43 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 27.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,054 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (83), Albany has a value of 89 which is higher and better.
NY Value
(83)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (89) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (89).
Prior Value
(89)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Adults with Arthritis

Current Value:

County: Albany Adults with Arthritis

25.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 25.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 30.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 31.7%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 25.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 30.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (25.2%), Albany has a value of 25.2%.
US Value
(25.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Adults with Kidney Disease

Current Value:
2.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 2.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.5%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 2.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (3.1%), Albany has a value of 2.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(3.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Kidney Disease

Current Value:
14.9
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 14.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.4.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 55 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 14.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,416 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (9.8), Albany has a value of 14.9 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(9.8)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.8), Albany has a value of 14.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (14.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.7).
Prior Value
(15.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Chronic Kidney Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
15.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 15.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.3%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 15.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (15.0%), Albany has a value of 15.0%.
NY Value
(15.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.0%), Albany has a value of 15.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(18.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (15.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (14.0%).
Prior Value
(14.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Osteoporosis: Medicare Population

Current Value:
13.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 13.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 13.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (12.0%), Albany has a value of 13.0% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Albany has a value of 13.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (13.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (12.0%).
Prior Value
(12.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis: Medicare Population

31.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 31.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 32.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.3%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 31.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 35.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (35.0%), Albany has a value of 31.0% which is lower and better.
NY Value
(35.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (35.0%), Albany has a value of 31.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(35.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (31.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (30.0%).
Prior Value
(30.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany

Health / Physical Activity

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Physical Activity

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Rate of Adults who are Sedentary

Current Value:
80.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 80.8% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 77.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 78.8%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 56 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (23.6%), Albany has a value of 80.8% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(23.6% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (23.7%), Albany has a value of 80.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(23.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (20.9%), Albany has a value of 80.8% which is higher and worse.
Capital Region Value
(20.9% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (80.8%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (18.4%).
Prior Value
(18.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 (22.6%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2019-2024
(22.6%)
<div>This target aims to decrease the percentage of adults age 18 years and older who do not participate in leisure-time physical activity. </div>
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (21.8%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(21.8%)

County: Albany

Health / Prevention & Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Prevention & Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Firearms

Current Value:
5.9
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 5.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,083 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (4.3), Albany has a value of 5.9 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(4.3)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0), Albany has a value of 5.9 which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (5.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (6.1).
Prior Value
(6.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (10.7), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(10.7)

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Unintentional Injuries

32.4
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 32.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 43.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 51.1.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 60 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 32.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 59.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 72.7.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,454 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (36.7), Albany has a value of 32.4 which is lower and better.
NY Value
(36.7)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (51.6), Albany has a value of 32.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(51.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (32.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (25.7).
Prior Value
(25.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (43.2), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(43.2)

County: Albany

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Adults with COPD

Current Value:

County: Albany Adults with COPD

6.4%
Percent of adults
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 6.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.1%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 6.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (6.4%), Albany has a value of 6.4%.
US Value
(6.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Adults with Current Asthma

Current Value:
11.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 11.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.5%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 11.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (9.7%), Albany has a value of 11.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(9.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Chronic Lower Respiratory Diseases

30.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 30.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 46.0.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 61 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 30.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 50.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 63.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,518 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (27.2), Albany has a value of 30.0 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(27.2)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (38.1), Albany has a value of 30.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(38.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (30.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (29.2).
Prior Value
(29.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Rate of Adults with Asthma

Current Value:
12.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 12.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.4%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
(2018)
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (10.1%), Albany has a value of 12.0% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(10.1%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.9%), Albany has a value of 12.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(14.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (12.9%), Albany has a value of 12.0% which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(12.9% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (12.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.7%).
Prior Value
(11.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Asthma: Medicare Population

Current Value:
8.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 8.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 8.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (8.0%), Albany has a value of 8.0%.
NY Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.0%), Albany has a value of 8.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (8.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (7.0%).
Prior Value
(7.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany COPD: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Albany COPD: Medicare Population

10.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 10.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.0%.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 New York counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Albany has a value of 10.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the NY Value (12.0%), Albany has a value of 10.0% which is lower and better.
NY Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Albany has a value of 10.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (10.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (11.0%).
Prior Value
(11.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Chlamydia Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Albany Chlamydia Incidence Rate

1,351.3
Cases per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 1,351.3 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 870.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 1,027.7.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 60 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (1,458.6), Albany has a value of 1,351.3 which is lower and better.
NY Value
(1,458.6 in 2017-2019)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (523.5), Albany has a value of 1,351.3 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(523.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Albany (1,351.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (1,428.1).
Prior Value
(1,428.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Albany Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

508.5
Cases per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 508.5 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 159.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 283.2.
NY Counties
The distribution is based on data from 59 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (433.4), Albany has a value of 508.5 which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(433.4 in 2017-2019)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (191.0), Albany has a value of 508.5 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(191.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Albany (508.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (409.4).
Prior Value
(409.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Albany HIV Diagnosis Rate

Current Value:

County: Albany HIV Diagnosis Rate

7.1
Cases per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 7.1 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.8.
NY Counties
(2014-2016)
The distribution is based on data from 55 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (13.1), Albany has a value of 7.1 which is lower and better.
NY Value
(13.1 in 2017-2019)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (7.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (9.2).
Prior Value
(9.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 (5.2), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2019-2024
(5.2)
<div>The New York State Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 objective is to decrease the HIV diagnosis rate to 5.2 cases per 100,000 population.</div>

County: Albany

Health / Tobacco Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Tobacco Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Rate of Adults who Smoke

Current Value:
12.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 12.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.7%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 56 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (12.5%), Albany has a value of 12.7% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(12.5%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.4%), Albany has a value of 12.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(14.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (17.5%), Albany has a value of 12.7% which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(17.5% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (12.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.9%).
Prior Value
(11.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 (11%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2019-2024
(11%)
<div><span>This target aims to decrease the prevalence of cigarette smoking by adults ages 18 years and older (among all adults). </span></div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (6.1%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(6.1%)
<div>TU-02: Reduce current cigarette smoking in adults <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Albany

Health / Weight Status

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany

Health / Weight Status

Value
Compared to:

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Rate of Adults who are Obese

Current Value:
32.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 32.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 34.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.7%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (29.2%), Albany has a value of 32.4% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(29.2%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (33.9%), Albany has a value of 32.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(33.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (27.1%), Albany has a value of 32.4% which is higher and worse.
Capital Region Value
(27.1% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (32.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (27.4%).
Prior Value
(27.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 (24.2%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2019-2024
(24.2%)
<div>The New York State Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 objective is to decrease the percentage of adults who are obese to 24.2%.</div>

County: Albany Age-Adjusted Rate of Adults who are Overweight or Obese

64.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties Exclusive of NYC, Albany has a value of 64.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 66.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 70.2%.
NY Counties Exclusive of NYC
(2018)
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties and does not include counties in New York City.
Compared to the NY Value (63.5%), Albany has a value of 64.3% which is higher and worse.
NY Value
(63.5%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the US Value (68.3%), Albany has a value of 64.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(68.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the Capital Region Value (63.4%), Albany has a value of 64.3% which is higher and worse.
Capital Region Value
(63.4% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (64.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (61.5%).
Prior Value
(61.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Albany value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 (24.2%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2019-2024
(24.2%)
<div><span>This target aims to decrease the percentage of adults ages 18 years and older with obesity, among all adults. </span></div>

County: Albany Elementary School Students who are Overweight or Obese

31.2%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to NY Counties, Albany has a value of 31.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 33.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.4%.
NY Counties
(2014-2016)
The distribution is based on data from 57 New York counties.
Compared to the NY Value (31.9%), Albany has a value of 31.2% which is lower and better.
NY Value
(31.9%)
The regional value is compared to the New York State value.
Compared to the Capital Region Value (32.1%), Albany has a value of 31.2% which is lower and better.
Capital Region Value
(32.1% in 2012-2014)
The regional value is compared to the Capital Region value. The comparison value is provided by the Healthy Capital District Initiative.
Compared to the prior value, Albany (31.2%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (30.9%).
Prior Value
(30.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Compared to the Prevention Agenda 2019-2024 (16.4%), the target has not been met.
Prevention Agenda 2019-2024
(16.4%)
<div><span>This target was established to decrease the percentage of children with obesity among public school students in NYS exclusive of New York City. </span></div>
Over time, the Albany value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.