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Community Health Assessment

The 2020 Community Health Assessment presents indicators of community health and well-being for Monterey County. These data are stratified by age group, gender, and race/ethnicity, and are presented over multiple years when possible. Data will assist health and social services providers, elected officials, and community members in monitoring health trends and disparities, determining priorities among numerous health issues, prioritizing resources, and taking actions to provide health equity in Monterey County.

To access the 2022 Community Health Assessment full report  please  click this link

Indicator Gauge Icon Legend

Legend Colors

Red is bad, green is good, blue is not statistically different/neutral.

Compared to Distribution

an indicator guage with the arrow in the green the value is in the best half of communities.

an indicator guage with the arrow in the yellow the value is in the 2nd worst quarter of communities.

an indicator guage with the arrow in the red the value is in the worst quarter of communities.

Compared to Target

green circle with white tick inside it meets target; red circle with white cross inside it does not meet target.

Compared to a Single Value

green diamond with downward arrow inside it lower than the comparison value; red diamond with downward arrow inside it higher than the comparison value; blue diamond with downward arrow inside it not statistically different from comparison value.

Trend

green square outline with upward trending arrow inside it green square outline with downward trending arrow inside it non-significant change over time; green square with upward trending arrow inside it green square with downward trending arrow inside it significant change over time; blue square with equals sign no change over time.

Compared to Prior Value

green triangle with upward trending arrow inside it higher than the previous measurement period; green triangle with downward trending arrow inside it lower than the previous measurement period; blue equals sign no statistically different change  from previous measurement period.

green chart bars Significantly better than the overall value

red chart bars Significantly worse than the overall value

dark blue chart bars Significantly different than the overall value

light blue chart bars No significant difference with the overall value

gray chart bars No data on significance available

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Total Population

Value
Compared to:

Total Population

Value
Compared to:

Total Population County: Monterey

Current Value:

Total Population County: Monterey

430,723
People
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (430,723) is less  than the previously measured value (432,884).
Prior Value
(432,884)
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 Monterey 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.

Population Age 5+ with Language Other than English Spoken at Home County: Monterey

Current Value:

Population Age 5+ with Language Other than English Spoken at Home County: Monterey

55.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (43.9%), Monterey has a value of 55.1%.
CA Value
(43.9%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (21.7%), Monterey has a value of 55.1%.
US Value
(21.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Monterey 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.

High School Graduation

Value
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High School Graduation

Value
Compared to:

High School Graduation County: Monterey

Current Value:

High School Graduation County: Monterey

85.7%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 85.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 87.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 84.5%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 57 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (86.2%), Monterey has a value of 85.7% which is lower and worse.
CA Value
(86.2%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (86.5%), Monterey has a value of 85.7% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(86.5% in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Center for Education Statistics
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (85.7%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (88.5%).
Prior Value
(88.5%)
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 Monterey 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 (90.7%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(90.7%)

People 25+ with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher County: Monterey

Current Value:

People 25+ with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher County: Monterey

27.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 27.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 24.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 19.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 27.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 20.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 16.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (35.9%), Monterey has a value of 27.1% which is lower and worse.
CA Value
(35.9%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (34.3%), Monterey has a value of 27.1% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(34.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Monterey 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.
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Children Living Below Poverty Level County: Monterey

Current Value:

Children Living Below Poverty Level County: Monterey

17.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 17.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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 21.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 17.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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 24.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (15.6%), Monterey has a value of 17.9% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(15.6%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (16.7%), Monterey has a value of 17.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(16.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Monterey 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.
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Children and Teens with Asthma

Value
Compared to:

Children and Teens with Asthma

Value
Compared to:

Children and Teens with Asthma County: Monterey

Current Value:

Children and Teens with Asthma County: Monterey

9.6%
(2015-2016)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 9.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.8%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 43 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (14.6%), Monterey has a value of 9.6% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(14.6%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (9.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.6%).
Prior Value
(7.6%)
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 Monterey 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.

Children with Health Insurance

Value
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Children with Health Insurance

Value
Compared to:

Children with Health Insurance County: Monterey

Current Value:

Children with Health Insurance County: Monterey

96.1%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 96.1% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 97.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 96.2%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 42 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 96.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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 CA Value (96.8%), Monterey has a value of 96.1% which is lower and worse.
CA Value
(96.8%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (94.9%), Monterey has a value of 96.1% which is higher and better.
US Value
(94.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (96.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (97.2%).
Prior Value
(97.2%)
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 Monterey 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.
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Food Insecure Children Likely Ineligible for Assistance County: Monterey

Current Value:

Food Insecure Children Likely Ineligible for Assistance County: Monterey

26%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 26% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 26% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 22% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,134 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (34%), Monterey has a value of 26% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(34%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (25%), Monterey has a value of 26% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(25%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (26%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (17%).
Prior Value
(17%)
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 Monterey 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.

Households Receiving SNAP with Children County: Monterey

Current Value:

Households Receiving SNAP with Children County: Monterey

62.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (53.1%), Monterey has a value of 62.3%.
CA Value
(53.1%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (47.9%), Monterey has a value of 62.3%.
US Value
(47.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Monterey 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.

High Blood Pressure Prevalence

Value
Compared to:

High Blood Pressure Prevalence

Value
Compared to:

High Blood Pressure Prevalence County: Monterey

Current Value:

High Blood Pressure Prevalence County: Monterey

31.9%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 31.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 37.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 42.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (34.8%), Monterey has a value of 31.9% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(34.8%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (32.4%), Monterey has a value of 31.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(32.4% in 2021)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (31.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.5%).
Prior Value
(21.5%)
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 Monterey 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 HP 2030 Target (41.9%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(41.9%)
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High Cholesterol Prevalence: Past 5 Years County: Monterey

Current Value:

High Cholesterol Prevalence: Past 5 Years County: Monterey

36.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 36.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 35.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.5%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 36.1% 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%), Monterey has a value of 36.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(36.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Adults with Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

Adults with Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

Adults with Diabetes County: Monterey

Current Value:

Adults with Diabetes County: Monterey

6.0%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.9%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (10.7%), Monterey has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(10.7%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (11.5%), Monterey has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.5% 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 prior value, Monterey (6.0%) 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 taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Monterey 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.
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Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Diabetes County: Monterey

Current Value:

Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Diabetes County: Monterey

16.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 16.5 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 27.8.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 57 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (23.1), Monterey has a value of 16.5 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(23.1)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (24.8), Monterey has a value of 16.5 which is lower and better.
US Value
(24.8 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 prior value, Monterey (16.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (16.5).
Prior Value
(16.5)
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 Monterey 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.

Adults with Health Insurance: 18-64 County: Monterey

Current Value:

Adults with Health Insurance: 18-64 County: Monterey

85.9%
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (91.2%), Monterey has a value of 85.9% which is lower and worse.
CA Value
(91.2%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (85.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (90.8%).
Prior Value
(90.8%)
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 Monterey 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.
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Adults without Health Insurance

Value
Compared to:

Adults without Health Insurance

Value
Compared to:

Adults without Health Insurance County: Monterey

Current Value:

Adults without Health Insurance County: Monterey

15.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 15.5% which is in the worst 25% 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 13.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 15.5% which is in the worst 25% 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%), Monterey has a value of 15.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Persons with Health Insurance

Value
Compared to:

Persons with Health Insurance

Value
Compared to:

Persons with Health Insurance County: Monterey

Current Value:

Persons with Health Insurance County: Monterey

88.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 88.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 92.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 91.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 88.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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 CA Value (91.9%), Monterey has a value of 88.0% which is lower and worse.
CA Value
(91.9%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (88.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (88.5%).
Prior Value
(88.5%)
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 Monterey 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 (92.4%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(92.4%)
<div>AHS-01: Increase the proportion of people with health insurance <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>
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Average Household Size

Value
Compared to:

Average Household Size

Value
Compared to:

Average Household Size County: Monterey

Current Value:

Average Household Size County: Monterey

3.20
Persons per household
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (2.90), Monterey has a value of 3.20.
CA Value
(2.90)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (2.60), Monterey has a value of 3.20.
US Value
(2.60)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Monterey 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.

Median Household Income

Value
Compared to:

Median Household Income

Value
Compared to:

Median Household Income County: Monterey

Current Value:

Median Household Income County: Monterey

$91,043
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of $91,043 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $76,148 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $63,996.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of $91,043 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $60,831 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $52,521.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value ($91,905), Monterey has a value of $91,043 which is lower and worse.
CA Value
($91,905)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value ($75,149), Monterey has a value of $91,043 which is higher and better.
US Value
($75,149)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Monterey 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.
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Total Employment

Value
Compared to:

Total Employment

Value
Compared to:

Total Employment County: Monterey

Current Value:

Total Employment County: Monterey

107,539
Paid Employees
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (107,539) is less  than the previously measured value (118,088).
Prior Value
(118,088)
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 Monterey 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.

Families Living Below Poverty Level County: Monterey

Current Value:

Families Living Below Poverty Level County: Monterey

9.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 9.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.8%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 9.0% 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 12.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,104 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (8.5%), Monterey has a value of 9.0% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(8.5%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (8.8%), Monterey has a value of 9.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(8.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Monterey 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.
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People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level County: Monterey

Current Value:

People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level County: Monterey

9.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 9.7% which is in the best 50% 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 12.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 9.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (11.0%), Monterey has a value of 9.7% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (10.0%), Monterey has a value of 9.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Monterey 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.
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People Living 200% Above Poverty Level County: Monterey

Current Value:

People Living 200% Above Poverty Level County: Monterey

68.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 68.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 68.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 63.7%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 68.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 66.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 59.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (72.0%), Monterey has a value of 68.1% which is lower and worse.
CA Value
(72.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (71.2%), Monterey has a value of 68.1% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(71.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Monterey 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.

Child Food Insecurity Rate

Value
Compared to:

Child Food Insecurity Rate

Value
Compared to:

Child Food Insecurity Rate County: Monterey

Current Value:

Child Food Insecurity Rate County: Monterey

13.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 13.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.6%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 13.8% 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 17.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (13.5%), Monterey has a value of 13.8% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(13.5%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (12.8%), Monterey has a value of 13.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (13.8%) is less and better than the previously measured value (17.7%).
Prior Value
(17.7%)
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 Monterey 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.

Food Insecurity Rate

Value
Compared to:

Food Insecurity Rate

Value
Compared to:

Food Insecurity Rate County: Monterey

Current Value:

Food Insecurity Rate County: Monterey

9.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 9.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.5%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 9.8% 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 13.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (10.5%), Monterey has a value of 9.8% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(10.5%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (10.4%), Monterey has a value of 9.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (9.8%) is less and better than the previously measured value (10.2%).
Prior Value
(10.2%)
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 Monterey 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.

Adults who Smoke

Value
Compared to:

Adults who Smoke

Value
Compared to:

Adults who Smoke County: Monterey

Current Value:

Adults who Smoke County: Monterey

12.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 12.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.1%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 12.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (8.8%), Monterey has a value of 12.4% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(8.8%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (14.4%), Monterey has a value of 12.4% 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 prior value, Monterey (12.4%) 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.
Over time, the Monterey 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 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>

Adults who Binge Drink

Value
Compared to:

Adults who Binge Drink

Value
Compared to:

Adults who Binge Drink County: Monterey

Current Value:

Adults who Binge Drink County: Monterey

14.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 14.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.8%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 14.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (15.5%), Monterey has a value of 14.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(15.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Housing Units

Value
Compared to:

Housing Units

Value
Compared to:

Housing Units County: Monterey

Current Value:

Housing Units County: Monterey

145,252
Housing units
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (145,252) is greater  than the previously measured value (144,403).
Prior Value
(144,403)
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 Monterey 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.

Adults Who Are Obese

Value
Compared to:

Adults Who Are Obese

Value
Compared to:

Adults Who Are Obese County: Monterey

Current Value:

Adults Who Are Obese County: Monterey

30.4%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 30.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 32.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.8%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (28.8%), Monterey has a value of 30.4% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(28.8%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (33.6%), Monterey has a value of 30.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(33.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (30.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (32.4%).
Prior Value
(32.4%)
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 Monterey 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.
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Adults who are Overweight or Obese County: Monterey

Current Value:

Adults who are Overweight or Obese County: Monterey

65.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 65.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 66.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 71.2%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (62.3%), Monterey has a value of 65.2% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(62.3%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (67.7%), Monterey has a value of 65.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(67.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (65.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (64.3%).
Prior Value
(64.3%)
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 Monterey 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.
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Adults with Heart Disease

Value
Compared to:

Adults with Heart Disease

Value
Compared to:

Adults with Heart Disease County: Monterey

Current Value:

Adults with Heart Disease County: Monterey

7.3%
(2019-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (6.9%), Monterey has a value of 7.3% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(6.9%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (7.3%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (6.7%).
Prior Value
(6.7%)
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 Monterey 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.

Adults with Asthma

Value
Compared to:

Adults with Asthma

Value
Compared to:

Adults with Asthma County: Monterey

Current Value:

Adults with Asthma County: Monterey

7.7%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 7.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.5%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (17.0%), Monterey has a value of 7.7% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(17.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (15.7%), Monterey has a value of 7.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(15.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (7.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.4%).
Prior Value
(15.4%)
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 Monterey 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.
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Adults with Current Asthma

Value
Compared to:

Adults with Current Asthma

Value
Compared to:

Adults with Current Asthma County: Monterey

Current Value:

Adults with Current Asthma County: Monterey

9.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 9.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.2%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 9.5% which is in the best 50% 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%), Monterey has a value of 9.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(9.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Violent Crime Rate

Value
Compared to:

Violent Crime Rate

Value
Compared to:

Violent Crime Rate County: Monterey

Current Value:

Violent Crime Rate County: Monterey

420.1
Crimes per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 420.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 449.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 621.3.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (493.1), Monterey has a value of 420.1 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(493.1)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (380.7), Monterey has a value of 420.1 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(380.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Federal Bureau of Investigation
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (420.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (462.8).
Prior Value
(462.8)
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 Monterey 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.

Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

Value
Compared to:

Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

Value
Compared to:

Gonorrhea Incidence Rate County: Monterey

Current Value:

Gonorrhea Incidence Rate County: Monterey

146.5
Cases per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 146.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 140.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 212.7.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (230.9), Monterey has a value of 146.5 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(230.9)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (214.0), Monterey has a value of 146.5 which is lower and better.
US Value
(214.0)
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, Monterey (146.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (100.8).
Prior Value
(100.8)
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 Monterey 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.
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Chlamydia Incidence Rate

Value
Compared to:

Chlamydia Incidence Rate

Value
Compared to:

Chlamydia Incidence Rate County: Monterey

Current Value:

Chlamydia Incidence Rate County: Monterey

500.6
Cases per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 500.6 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 344.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 485.7.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (484.7), Monterey has a value of 500.6 which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(484.7)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (495.5), Monterey has a value of 500.6 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(495.5)
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, Monterey (500.6) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (434.0).
Prior Value
(434.0)
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 Monterey 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.
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Persons Living with HIV Rate

Value
Compared to:

Persons Living with HIV Rate

Value
Compared to:

Persons Living with HIV Rate County: Monterey

Current Value:

Persons Living with HIV Rate County: Monterey

176.8
Cases per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (355.6), Monterey has a value of 176.8.
CA Value
(355.6)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (176.8) is greater  than the previously measured value (96.8).
Prior Value
(96.8)
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 Monterey 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.

Syphilis Incidence Rate

Value
Compared to:

Syphilis Incidence Rate

Value
Compared to:

Syphilis Incidence Rate County: Monterey

Current Value:

Syphilis Incidence Rate County: Monterey

11.1
Cases per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 11.1 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 25.6.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (22.3), Monterey has a value of 11.1 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(22.3)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (16.2), Monterey has a value of 11.1 which is lower and better.
US Value
(16.2)
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, Monterey (11.1) 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 Monterey 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.
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Congenital Syphilis Incidence Rate County: Monterey

Current Value:

Congenital Syphilis Incidence Rate County: Monterey

17.8
Cases per 100,000 live births
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 17.8 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 46.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 151.4.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (114.9), Monterey has a value of 17.8 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(114.9)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (17.8) is less and better than the previously measured value (85.0).
Prior Value
(85.0)
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 Monterey 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 (33.9), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(33.9)

Teen Birth Rate: 15-19

Value
Compared to:

Teen Birth Rate: 15-19

Value
Compared to:

Teen Birth Rate: 15-19 County: Monterey

Current Value:

Teen Birth Rate: 15-19 County: Monterey

20.0
Live births per 1,000 females aged 15-19
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 20.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.6.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 55 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (10.3), Monterey has a value of 20.0 which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(10.3)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (13.9), Monterey has a value of 20.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.9 in 2021)
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, Monterey (20.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (22.3).
Prior Value
(22.3)
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 Monterey 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.
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Babies with Low Birthweight

Value
Compared to:

Babies with Low Birthweight

Value
Compared to:

Babies with Low Birthweight County: Monterey

Current Value:

Babies with Low Birthweight County: Monterey

6.6%
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 6.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.5%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (7.2%), Monterey has a value of 6.6% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(7.2%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (8.5%), Monterey has a value of 6.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.5% in 2021)
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, Monterey (6.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (6.3%).
Prior Value
(6.3%)
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 Monterey 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.
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Preterm Births

Value
Compared to:

Preterm Births

Value
Compared to:

Preterm Births County: Monterey

Current Value:

Preterm Births County: Monterey

8.4%
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 8.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.4%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (9.0%), Monterey has a value of 8.4% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(9.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (8.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (8.1%).
Prior Value
(8.1%)
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 Monterey 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 (9.4%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(9.4%)
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Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Unintentional Injuries County: Monterey

Current Value:

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

42.9
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 42.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 53.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 70.9.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (43.4), Monterey has a value of 42.9 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(43.4)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (57.6), Monterey has a value of 42.9 which is lower and better.
US Value
(57.6 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 prior value, Monterey (42.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (40.6).
Prior Value
(40.6)
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 Monterey 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 (43.2), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(43.2)

Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Suicide County: Monterey

Current Value:

Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Suicide County: Monterey

10.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 10.3 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 20.6.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 57 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (10.3), Monterey has a value of 10.3.
CA Value
(10.3)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (13.5), Monterey has a value of 10.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.5 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 prior value, Monterey (10.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.6).
Prior Value
(9.6)
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 Monterey 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 (12.8), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(12.8)
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Adults Who Ever Thought Seriously About Committing Suicide County: Monterey

Current Value:

Adults Who Ever Thought Seriously About Committing Suicide County: Monterey

27.2%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 27.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.1%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (19.0%), Monterey has a value of 27.2% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(19.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (27.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (20.1%).
Prior Value
(20.1%)
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 Monterey 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.
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Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cancer County: Monterey

Current Value:

Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cancer County: Monterey

113.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 113.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 131.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 143.2.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (124.9), Monterey has a value of 113.7 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(124.9)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (155.9), Monterey has a value of 113.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(155.9 in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Cancer Institute
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (113.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (112.4).
Prior Value
(112.4)
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 Monterey 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 (122.7), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(122.7)

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

Current Value:

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

17.6
Deaths per 100,000 females
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 17.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.9.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 56 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (17.8), Monterey has a value of 17.6 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(17.8)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (20.0), Monterey has a value of 17.6 which is lower and better.
US Value
(20.0 in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Cancer Institute
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (17.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.5).
Prior Value
(13.5)
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 Monterey 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 HP 2030 Target (15.3), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(15.3)

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

Current Value:

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

8.9
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 8.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.0.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (11.7), Monterey has a value of 8.9 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(11.7)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7), Monterey has a value of 8.9 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.7 in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Cancer Institute
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (8.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.0).
Prior Value
(10.0)
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 Monterey 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 HP 2030 Target (8.9), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.9)

Adults with Cancer

Value
Compared to:

Adults with Cancer

Value
Compared to:

Adults with Cancer County: Monterey

Current Value:

Adults with Cancer County: Monterey

5.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 5.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.5%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 5.9% 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%), Monterey has a value of 5.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

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

Current Value:

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

18.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 18.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.7.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (21.6), Monterey has a value of 18.7 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(21.6)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (38.5), Monterey has a value of 18.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(38.5 in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Cancer Institute
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (18.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (19.3).
Prior Value
(19.3)
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 Monterey 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  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.1)

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

Current Value:

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

15.4
Deaths per 100,000 males
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 15.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.4.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 57 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (18.4), Monterey has a value of 15.4 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(18.4)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (19.4), Monterey has a value of 15.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(19.4 in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Cancer Institute
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (15.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.5).
Prior Value
(15.5)
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 Monterey 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  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(16.9)

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

Current Value:

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

67.8%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 67.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 67.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 66.4%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 67.8% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 70.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 67.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (78.2%), Monterey has a value of 67.8% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(78.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (80.3%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(80.3%)

Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths

Value
Compared to:

Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths

Value
Compared to:

Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths County: Monterey

Current Value:

Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths County: Monterey

38.5%
Percent of driving deaths with alcohol involvement
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 38.5% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 30.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 36.6%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 38.5% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,116 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (26.7%), Monterey has a value of 38.5% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(26.7%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (26.3%), Monterey has a value of 38.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(26.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (38.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (37.6%).
Prior Value
(37.6%)
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 Monterey 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.

Dentist Rate

Value
Compared to:

Dentist Rate

Value
Compared to:

Dentist Rate County: Monterey

Current Value:

Dentist Rate County: Monterey

74
Dentists per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Monterey has a value of 74 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 80 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 58.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Monterey has a value of 74 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 CA Value (93), Monterey has a value of 74 which is lower and worse.
CA Value
(93)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Monterey (74) is greater and better than the previously measured value (71).
Prior Value
(71)
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 Monterey 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.