Greene County Statistics
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Greene County has a population of about 48,800 according to the 2003 estimated census, and approximately 7,000 part-time recreational residents and vacationers.

The population distribution in terms of age and income is similar to other Upstate counties although our population is slightly older with 16% aged 65 or older compared to 13% Upstate. About 12% of the total population lives below the poverty level, which is close to Upstage averages
Disease Rates
Greene County is below or near State and regional rates in diabetes, diseases of the heart, cerebrovascular disease, and breast cancer (NYS DoH). However, for certain conditions, we are above State and/or regional rates as noted below. Health Status
1995-1999
Condition
Compared to State Rate
Compared to Regional Rate
Average Number of Annual Cases
Lung Cancer,
Annual New Cases
131%
118%
50
Lung Cases
Annual Death Rate
137%
119%
41
Colorectal Cancer
Annual New Cases
104%
109%
38
Colorectal Cancer
Annual Death Rate
113%
107%
16
Uterine Cervical
Annual New Cases
113%
141%
3.5
Motor Vehicle
Deaths 1998-2000
129%
101%
5
Injuries/Hospital
1998-2000
105%
100.3%
305
Suicide, 1998-2000
156%
130%
3.5
   
Tobacco Use

According to a scientific household survey conducted in May 2007 by the Rip Van Winkle Tobacco-Free Coalition, which covers Greene County, an estimated 22% of Greene County adults smoke everyday and another 6% smoke some days. Of these smokers, about 60% of them are contemplating on quitting in the next six months. Nearly 75% of people have banned smoking in their home and about 72% have banned it in their vehicle.

Complete 2007 Greene County Tobacco Household Survey
   
Obesity
According to the New York State Department of Health, as many as 28% of upstate high school students may be obese or overweight and 21% of elementary kids are obese. Based on federal data, as many as 20%-24% of all Greene County residents may be obese and another 40% may be overweight. Employers and health care providers cited adult obesity as one of their major health concerns. The Federal Government regards the reduction of obesity as one of the most important steps we can take to reduce the incidence of preventable illness and disease.
   
Health Insurance Coverage
The rising cost of health insurance was cited by employers as their major health care concern. Respondents in the household survey also cited the high cost of insurance as a major concern. About 14% of Greene County residents do not have any insurance coverage.





(Among Adults Aged 18 to 64; Greene County)



Source: 2004 PRC Community Health Survey, Professional Research Consultants. [Item 55]