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Compared to Target

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Compared to a Single Value

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Trend

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Compared to Prior Value

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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to All Opioid Overdose

Current Value:
28.9
Rate per 100,000 residents
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 28.9 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 25.4.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (18.7), Santa Cruz has a value of 28.9 which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(18.7)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (28.9) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (15.6).
Prior Value
(15.6)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Fentanyl Overdose

Current Value:
27.8
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 27.8 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.3.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (16.6), Santa Cruz has a value of 27.8 which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(16.6)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (27.8) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (11.2).
Prior Value
(11.2)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz Age-Adjusted Drug and Opioid-Involved Overdose Death Rate

18.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz 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 17.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.0.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 48 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 18.2 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 CA Value (16.5), Santa Cruz has a value of 18.2 which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(16.5)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (23.5), Santa Cruz has a value of 18.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(23.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (18.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (18.4).
Prior Value
(18.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
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County: Santa Cruz Age-Adjusted ED Visit Rate due to Heroin Overdose

Current Value:
1.4
Rate per 100,000 residents
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 1.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.9.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (3.6), Santa Cruz has a value of 1.4 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(3.6)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (1.4) 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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Age-Adjusted ED Visit Rate due to Opioid Overdose (excluding Heroin)

42.6
Rate per 100,000 residents
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 42.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 48.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 70.0.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (54.9), Santa Cruz has a value of 42.6 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(54.9)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (42.6) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (7.4).
Prior Value
(7.4)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Death Rate due to Drug Poisoning

Current Value:
24.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 24.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 22.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.1.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 54 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 24.3 which is in the best 50% 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 CA Value (22.0), Santa Cruz has a value of 24.3 which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(22.0)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (27.2), Santa Cruz has a value of 24.3 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>
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Cancer

Value
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Cancer

Value
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County: Santa Cruz Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Colorectal Cancer

Current Value:
10.6
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 10.6 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 13.5.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 52 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 10.6 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 CA Value (12.1), Santa Cruz has a value of 10.6 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(12.1)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (13.1), Santa Cruz has a value of 10.6 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (10.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.7).
Prior Value
(10.7)
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 Santa Cruz 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)
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County: Santa Cruz Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

139.1
Cases per 100,000 females
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 139.1 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 121.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 129.6.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 56 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 139.1 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 CA Value (121.0), Santa Cruz has a value of 139.1 which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(121.0)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (127.0), Santa Cruz has a value of 139.1 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(127.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (139.1) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (139.6).
Prior Value
(139.6)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Cancer: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Cancer: Medicare Population

11.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 11.0% 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%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 11.0% which is in the best 50% 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 CA Value (11.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 11.0%.
CA Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 11.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (11.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (10.0%).
Prior Value
(10.0%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Cervical Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Cervical Cancer Incidence Rate

7.3
Cases per 100,000 females
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 7.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.1.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 40 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 7.3 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 CA Value (7.3), Santa Cruz has a value of 7.3.
CA Value
(7.3)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (7.5), Santa Cruz has a value of 7.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(7.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (7.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (6.8).
Prior Value
(6.8)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Colorectal Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
34.9
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 34.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 33.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 36.2.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 56 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 34.9 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 CA Value (33.5), Santa Cruz has a value of 34.9 which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(33.5)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (36.5), Santa Cruz has a value of 34.9 which is lower and better.
US Value
(36.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (34.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (34.1).
Prior Value
(34.1)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Lung and Bronchus Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
34.7
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 34.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 39.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 47.4.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 55 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 34.7 which is in the best 50% 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 CA Value (37.6), Santa Cruz has a value of 34.7 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(37.6)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (54.0), Santa Cruz has a value of 34.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(54.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (34.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (35.7).
Prior Value
(35.7)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Mammography Screening: Medicare Population

Current Value:
51.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 51.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 41.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 38.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz 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 CA Value (41.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 51.0% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(41.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (47.0%), Santa Cruz 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, Santa Cruz (51.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (49.0%).
Prior Value
(49.0%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Oral Cavity and Pharynx Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
11.9
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 11.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 54 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 11.9 which is in the best 50% 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 CA Value (10.1), Santa Cruz has a value of 11.9 which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(10.1)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (11.9), Santa Cruz has a value of 11.9.
US Value
(11.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (11.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.2).
Prior Value
(11.2)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

118.5
Cases per 100,000 males
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 118.5 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 93.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 102.0.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 57 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 118.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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 CA Value (95.4), Santa Cruz has a value of 118.5 which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(95.4)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (110.5), Santa Cruz has a value of 118.5 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(110.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (118.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (113.2).
Prior Value
(113.2)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Children's Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Children's Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Children Ages 0-3 Who Do Not Experience Recurring Neglect or Abuse

91.0%
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (91.0%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (93.0%).
Prior Value
(93.0%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Adults with Diabetes

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Adults with Diabetes

10.2%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 10.2% 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 11.9%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (10.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 10.2% 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%), Santa Cruz has a value of 10.2% 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, Santa Cruz (10.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.8%).
Prior Value
(7.8%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Diabetes: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Diabetes: Medicare Population

15.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 15.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 25.3%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 15.0% 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 CA Value (21.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 15.0% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(21.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (24.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 15.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(24.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (15.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (16.0%).
Prior Value
(16.0%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Children with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Children with a Disability

5.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (3.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 5.3%.
CA Value
(3.7%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (4.5%), Santa Cruz has a value of 5.3%.
US Value
(4.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Persons with a Cognitive Difficulty

Current Value:
5.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (4.6%), Santa Cruz has a value of 5.4%.
CA Value
(4.6%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (5.3%), Santa Cruz has a value of 5.4%.
US Value
(5.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Persons with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Persons with a Disability

11.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (11.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 11.7%.
CA Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (12.9%), Santa Cruz has a value of 11.7%.
US Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Persons with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
3.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (2.9%), Santa Cruz has a value of 3.3%.
CA Value
(2.9%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (3.6%), Santa Cruz has a value of 3.3%.
US Value
(3.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Persons with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
2.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (2.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 2.3%.
CA Value
(2.7%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (2.6%), Santa Cruz has a value of 2.3%.
US Value
(2.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Persons with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
2.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (2.1%), Santa Cruz has a value of 2.1%.
CA Value
(2.1%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 2.1%.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Persons with an Ambulatory Difficulty

Current Value:
4.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (5.8%), Santa Cruz has a value of 4.9%.
CA Value
(5.8%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (6.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 4.9%.
US Value
(6.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Teen Birth Rate: 15-19

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Teen Birth Rate: 15-19

6.3
Live births per 1,000 females aged 15-19
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 6.3 which is in the best 50% 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), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.3 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(10.3)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (13.9), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.3 which is lower and better.
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, Santa Cruz (6.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.1).
Prior Value
(7.1)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Adults who have had a Routine Checkup

Current Value:
68.5%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 68.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 68.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 64.9%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (67.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 68.5% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(67.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (68.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (61.1%).
Prior Value
(61.1%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Adults with Health Insurance

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Adults with Health Insurance

93.7%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 93.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 90.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 89.3%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 42 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 93.7% 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 CA Value (90.9%), Santa Cruz has a value of 93.7% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(90.9%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (88.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 93.7% which is higher and better.
US Value
(88.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (93.7%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (90.0%).
Prior Value
(90.0%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Children with Health Insurance

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Children with Health Insurance

98.6%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 98.6% which is in the best 50% 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, Santa Cruz has a value of 98.6% 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 CA Value (96.8%), Santa Cruz has a value of 98.6% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(96.8%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (94.9%), Santa Cruz has a value of 98.6% which is higher and better.
US Value
(94.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (98.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (95.5%).
Prior Value
(95.5%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Community Spending on Health Care

Current Value:
6.6%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (6.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.6%.
CA Value
(6.4%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (8.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.6%.
US Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (6.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (6.6%).
Prior Value
(6.6%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz Health Insurance Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
4.5%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 4.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.9%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 4.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (5.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 4.5% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(5.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (4.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.5%).
Prior Value
(4.5%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz People Delayed or had Difficulty Obtaining Care

Current Value:
21.4%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 21.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.2%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (16.5%), Santa Cruz has a value of 21.4% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(16.5%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (21.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.9%).
Prior Value
(21.9%)
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 Santa Cruz 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 (5.9%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.9%)
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County: Santa Cruz Persons with Health Insurance

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Persons with Health Insurance

92.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 92.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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, Santa Cruz has a value of 92.3% 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 CA Value (91.9%), Santa Cruz has a value of 92.3% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(91.9%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (92.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (92.0%).
Prior Value
(92.0%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Persons with Private Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
57.6%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (53.5%), Santa Cruz has a value of 57.6%.
CA Value
(53.5%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (54.8%), Santa Cruz has a value of 57.6%.
US Value
(54.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (57.6%) is greater  than the previously measured value (57.2%).
Prior Value
(57.2%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Persons with Public Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
24.8%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (29.8%), Santa Cruz has a value of 24.8%.
CA Value
(29.8%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (24.8%), Santa Cruz has a value of 24.8%.
US Value
(24.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (24.8%) is greater  than the previously measured value (22.6%).
Prior Value
(22.6%)
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 Santa Cruz value is staying the same.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Preventable Hospital Stays: Medicare Population

Current Value:
1,618.0
Discharges per 100,000 Medicare enrollees
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 1,618.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,111.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2,576.5.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 1,618.0 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 CA Value (2,275.0), Santa Cruz has a value of 1,618.0 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(2,275.0)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (2,677.0), Santa Cruz has a value of 1,618.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(2,677.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (1,618.0) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (1,569.0).
Prior Value
(1,569.0)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Residents Who Reported Receiving the Healthcare They Needed

88.2%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (88.2%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (87.7%).
Prior Value
(87.7%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz Salud Para La Gente Patients who are Uninsured

Current Value:
13.0%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (5.5%), Santa Cruz has a value of 13.0% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(5.5%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (8.8%), Santa Cruz has a value of 13.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(8.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Persons with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:
94.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 94.2% which is in the best 50% 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 88.9%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 94.2% 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 CA Value (93.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 94.2% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(93.4%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (91.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 94.2% which is higher and better.
US Value
(91.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Heart Attack

Current Value:
15.9
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 35+ years
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 15.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.0.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (21.1), Santa Cruz has a value of 15.9 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(21.1)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (15.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (19.3).
Prior Value
(19.3)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Atrial Fibrillation: Medicare Population

Current Value:
13.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 13.0% 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%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 13.0% which is in the best 50% 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 CA Value (13.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 13.0%.
CA Value
(13.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (14.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 13.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (13.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.0%).
Prior Value
(13.0%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Heart Failure: Medicare Population

Current Value:
8.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 8.0% which is in the best 50% 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 10.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 8.0% which is in the best 50% 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 CA Value (10.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 8.0% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(10.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 8.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (8.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (8.0%).
Prior Value
(8.0%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Hyperlipidemia: Medicare Population

Current Value:
56.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 56.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 61.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 64.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 56.0% which is in the best 50% 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 CA Value (61.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 56.0% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(61.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (65.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 56.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (56.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (54.0%).
Prior Value
(54.0%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Hypertension: Medicare Population

Current Value:
51.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 51.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 59.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 62.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 51.0% 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 CA Value (58.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 51.0% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(58.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (65.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 51.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (51.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (51.0%).
Prior Value
(51.0%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Ischemic Heart Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
13.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 13.0% which is in the best 50% 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 19.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 13.0% which is in the best 50% 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 CA Value (18.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 13.0% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(18.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (21.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 13.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(21.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (13.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.0%).
Prior Value
(13.0%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Stroke: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Stroke: Medicare Population

4.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 4.0% 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 5.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 4.0% 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 6.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (5.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 4.0% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(5.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 4.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (4.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.0%).
Prior Value
(4.0%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Flu Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
57.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 57.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 44.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 36.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 57.0% 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 CA Value (48.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 57.0% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(48.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (50.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 57.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(50.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (57.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (54.0%).
Prior Value
(54.0%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Persons Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Current Value:
81.5%
(May 10, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 81.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 63.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 55.8%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 50 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 81.5% 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, Santa Cruz (81.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (81.5%).
Prior Value
(81.5%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Pneumonia Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
8.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz 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%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz 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 CA Value (8.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 8.0%.
CA Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (8.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 8.0%.
US Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (8.0%) is greater 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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Any In-Hospital Breastfeeding

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Any In-Hospital Breastfeeding

97.7%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 97.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 89.6%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (93.8%), Santa Cruz has a value of 97.7% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(93.8%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (97.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (97.6%).
Prior Value
(97.6%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz At Least 10 Prenatal Care Visits

Current Value:
74.6%
Percent of births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (74.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (76.8%).
Prior Value
(76.8%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Babies with Low Birthweight

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Babies with Low Birthweight

6.1%
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 6.1% 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%), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.1% 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%), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.1% 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, Santa Cruz (6.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (5.6%).
Prior Value
(5.6%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Birth Rate

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Birth Rate

42.0
Per 1,000 births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (42.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (42.0).
Prior Value
(42.0)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Cesareans to Low Risk Expecting Parents with Prior Cesarean

79.7%
Percent of births
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (79.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (77.4%).
Prior Value
(77.4%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Cesareans to Low Risk Expecting Parents without Prior Cesarean

12.8
Per 1000 births
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (12.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.8).
Prior Value
(11.8)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz In-Hospital Exclusive Breastfeeding

Current Value:
85.4%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 85.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 72.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 58.9%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (68.5%), Santa Cruz has a value of 85.4% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(68.5%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (85.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (84.0%).
Prior Value
(84.0%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Less Than 10 Prenatal Care Visits

Current Value:
24.7%
Percent of births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (24.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.3%).
Prior Value
(21.3%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Mothers who Received Early Prenatal Care

Current Value:
90.3%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 90.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 84.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 80.3%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (87.9%), Santa Cruz has a value of 90.3% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(87.9%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (78.3%), Santa Cruz has a value of 90.3% which is higher and better.
US Value
(78.3% 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, Santa Cruz (90.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (88.9%).
Prior Value
(88.9%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Non-Preterm Births

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Non-Preterm Births

90.8%
Percent of births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (90.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (92.5%).
Prior Value
(92.5%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Payment for Delivery: MediCal

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Payment for Delivery: MediCal

41.8%
Percent of births
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (41.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (45.2%).
Prior Value
(45.2%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Payment for Delivery: Other

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Payment for Delivery: Other

0.4%
Percent of births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (0.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (1.7%).
Prior Value
(1.7%)
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 Santa Cruz value is staying the same.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Payment for Delivery: Private Insurance

Current Value:
54.6%
Percent of births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (54.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (53.0%).
Prior Value
(53.0%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Payment for Delivery: Uninsured

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Payment for Delivery: Uninsured

2.3%
Percent of births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (2.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (3.3%).
Prior Value
(3.3%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Pregnant Persons who Received Prenatal Care Starting in 2nd or 3rd Trimesters

11.2%
Percent of births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (11.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.0%).
Prior Value
(9.0%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Preterm Births

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Preterm Births

7.8%
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 7.8% 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%), Santa Cruz has a value of 7.8% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(9.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (7.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.2%).
Prior Value
(7.2%)
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 Santa Cruz 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 (9.4%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(9.4%)
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County: Santa Cruz Preterm Births

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Preterm Births

9.2
Per 1,000 births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (9.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.5).
Prior Value
(7.5)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Primary Cesarean Delivery Method

Current Value:
16.3%
Percent of births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (16.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.8%).
Prior Value
(15.8%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Repeat Cesarean Delivery Method

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Repeat Cesarean Delivery Method

11.4%
Percent of births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (11.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.5%).
Prior Value
(11.5%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Vaginal Delivery Method

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Vaginal Delivery Method

69.9%
Percent of births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (69.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (69.8%).
Prior Value
(69.8%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz VBAC Delivery Method

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz VBAC Delivery Method

2.4%
Percent of births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (2.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (2.9%).
Prior Value
(2.9%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Adults Needing and Receiving Behavioral Health Care Services

67.0%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 67.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 60.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 55.8%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (55.9%), Santa Cruz has a value of 67.0% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(55.9%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (67.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (58.0%).
Prior Value
(58.0%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Adults Who Ever Thought Seriously About Suicide

Current Value:
20.2%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 20.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.9% 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%), Santa Cruz has a value of 20.2% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(19.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (20.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (22.1%).
Prior Value
(22.1%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Adults with Likely Serious Psychological Distress

Current Value:
17.9%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz 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 16.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.7%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (16.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 17.9% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(16.7%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (17.9%) 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 Santa Cruz value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Depression: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Depression: Medicare Population

14.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 14.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.5% 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 U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 14.0% which is in the best 50% 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 CA Value (14.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 14.0%.
CA Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (16.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 14.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (14.0%) 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 not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Individuals Utilizing Behavioral Health Services at the County of Santa Cruz

3,747
People
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (3,747) is greater  than the previously measured value (3,448).
Prior Value
(3,448)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Residents Feeling So Sad or Hopeless They Stopped Doing Activities

5.7%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (5.7%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (5.1%).
Prior Value
(5.1%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Students Seriously Considering Suicide

Current Value:
14.0%
Percent (%)
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (14.0%) 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 not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Students with Chronic Depression

Current Value:
44.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (44.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (31.0%).
Prior Value
(31.0%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Life Expectancy

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Life Expectancy

82.1
Years
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 82.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 78.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 76.5.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 57 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 82.1 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 CA Value (79.9), Santa Cruz has a value of 82.1 which is higher and better.
CA Value
(79.9)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (77.6), Santa Cruz has a value of 82.1 which is higher and better.
US Value
(77.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Adult Day Care Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
11.1%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 11.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.8%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 11.1% which is in the best 50% 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 13.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (13.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 11.1% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(13.4%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (11.1%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (11.0%).
Prior Value
(11.0%)
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County: Santa Cruz Adults 65+ with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Adults 65+ with a Disability

28.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (33.5%), Santa Cruz has a value of 28.8%.
CA Value
(33.5%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (33.3%), Santa Cruz has a value of 28.8%.
US Value
(33.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Adults 65+ with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
12.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (12.9%), Santa Cruz has a value of 12.4%.
CA Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 12.4%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Adults 65+ with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
6.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (9.5%), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.2%.
CA Value
(9.5%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (7.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.2%.
US Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Adults 65+ with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
5.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (6.1%), Santa Cruz has a value of 5.4%.
CA Value
(6.1%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 5.4%.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Adults 65+ with an Independent Living Difficulty

Current Value:
12.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (16.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 12.3%.
CA Value
(16.4%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (13.6%), Santa Cruz has a value of 12.3%.
US Value
(13.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Alzheimer's Disease or Dementia: Medicare Population

Current Value:
4.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 4.0% 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 5.3%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 4.0% 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 6.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (5.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 4.0% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(5.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 4.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (4.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.0%).
Prior Value
(4.0%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Chronic Kidney Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
11.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 11.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 11.0% 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 CA Value (16.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 11.0% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (18.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 11.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(18.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (11.0%) is not statistically different from 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 Santa Cruz value is staying the same.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Osteoporosis: Medicare Population

Current Value:
13.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 13.0% 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 13.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz 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 CA Value (13.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 13.0%.
CA Value
(13.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Santa Cruz 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, Santa Cruz (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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis: Medicare Population

30.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 30.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 31.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 30.0% 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 CA Value (32.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 30.0% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(32.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (35.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 30.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(35.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (30.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (29.0%).
Prior Value
(29.0%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Physical Activity

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Physical Activity

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Adults 20+ who are Sedentary

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Adults 20+ who are Sedentary

14.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 14.1% 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 17.9%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 14.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (14.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.8%).
Prior Value
(15.8%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Adults with Asthma

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Adults with Asthma

17.7%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 17.7% 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%), Santa Cruz has a value of 17.7% which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(17.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (15.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 17.7% which is higher and worse.
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, Santa Cruz (17.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (17.2%).
Prior Value
(17.2%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Asthma: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Asthma: Medicare Population

7.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz 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%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz 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%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (7.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 7.0%.
CA Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (7.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 7.0%.
US Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz COPD: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz COPD: Medicare Population

6.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% 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 10.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 6.0% 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 CA Value (8.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (6.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (6.0%).
Prior Value
(6.0%)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Chlamydia Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Chlamydia Incidence Rate

318.8
Cases per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 318.8 which is in the best 50% 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), Santa Cruz has a value of 318.8 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(484.7)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (495.5), Santa Cruz has a value of 318.8 which is lower and better.
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, Santa Cruz (318.8) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (277.3).
Prior Value
(277.3)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

112.5
Cases per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 112.5 which is in the best 50% 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), Santa Cruz has a value of 112.5 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), Santa Cruz has a value of 112.5 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, Santa Cruz (112.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (78.1).
Prior Value
(78.1)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Syphilis Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Syphilis Incidence Rate

24.7
Cases per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 24.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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), Santa Cruz has a value of 24.7 which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(22.3)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (16.2), Santa Cruz has a value of 24.7 which is higher and worse.
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, Santa Cruz (24.7) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (13.3).
Prior Value
(13.3)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Tobacco Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Tobacco Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Cigarette Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
1.3%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 1.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.2%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 1.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (1.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 1.3% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(1.4%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (1.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (1.3%).
Prior Value
(1.3%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Weight Status

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Weight Status

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Adults Who Are Obese

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Adults Who Are Obese

20.3%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 20.3% 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%), Santa Cruz has a value of 20.3% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(28.8%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (33.6%), Santa Cruz has a value of 20.3% 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, Santa Cruz (20.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (25.8%).
Prior Value
(25.8%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Adults who are Overweight or Obese

Current Value:
55.8%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 55.8% 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%), Santa Cruz has a value of 55.8% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(62.3%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (67.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 55.8% 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, Santa Cruz (55.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (59.0%).
Prior Value
(59.0%)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Self-Reported General Health Assessment: Good or Better

94.7%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 94.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 85.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.8%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (86.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 94.7% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(86.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (94.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (87.0%).
Prior Value
(87.0%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz

Community / Civic Engagement

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Community / Civic Engagement

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Civic Engagement: Attended a Town Meeting, Public Hearing, or Public Affair

37.5%
Percent %
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (37.5%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (40.7%).
Prior Value
(40.7%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz Civic Engagement: Joined a Political Advocacy Group

Current Value:
20.0%
Percent %
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (20.0%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (26.7%).
Prior Value
(26.7%)
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County: Santa Cruz Civic Engagement: Joined a Protest or Demonstration

Current Value:
20.2%
Percent %
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (20.2%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (29.6%).
Prior Value
(29.6%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz Civic Engagement: Met with, emailed, called, or signed a letter to a local politician

33.3%
Percent %
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (33.3%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (41.3%).
Prior Value
(41.3%)
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County: Santa Cruz Civic Engagement: Signed a Petition

Current Value:
48.2%
Percent %
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (48.2%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (54.1%).
Prior Value
(54.1%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz Voter Engagement

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Voter Engagement

74.2%
Percent of adults
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 74.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 69.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 65.7%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (69.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 74.2% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(69.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (74.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (77.4%).
Prior Value
(77.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
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County: Santa Cruz

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Adult Arrest Rate

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Adult Arrest Rate

38.7
Arrests per 1,000 population 18+
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 38.7 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 28.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 37.4.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (25.1), Santa Cruz has a value of 38.7 which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(25.1)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (38.7) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (38.1).
Prior Value
(38.1)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Deaths in Custody

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Deaths in Custody

0.2
Per 10,000 population
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (0.2), Santa Cruz has a value of 0.2.
CA Value
(0.2)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
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County: Santa Cruz Hate Crime Offenses

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Hate Crime Offenses

28
Offenses
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (28) is less and better than the previously measured value (32).
Prior Value
(32)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Juvenile Arrest Rate

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Juvenile Arrest Rate

5.4
Arrests per 1,000 population aged 0-17
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 5.4 which is in the worst 25% 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 4.8.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 57 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (2.8), Santa Cruz has a value of 5.4 which is higher and worse.
CA Value
(2.8)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (5.4) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (3.4).
Prior Value
(3.4)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz

Community / Demographics

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Community / Demographics

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Foreign Born Persons

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Foreign Born Persons

17.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (26.5%), Santa Cruz has a value of 17.4%.
CA Value
(26.5%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 17.4%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Veteran Population

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Veteran Population

4.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (4.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 4.2%.
CA Value
(4.7%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (6.6%), Santa Cruz has a value of 4.2%.
US Value
(6.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz

Community / Elected Officials

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Community / Elected Officials

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Civic Engagement: Joined an Online Political Advocacy Group

20.0%
Percent %
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (20.0%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (26.7%).
Prior Value
(26.7%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz

Community / Social Environment

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Community / Social Environment

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Substantiated Child Abuse Rate

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Substantiated Child Abuse Rate

2.2
Cases per 1,000 children
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (6.1), Santa Cruz has a value of 2.2 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(6.1)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (7.7), Santa Cruz has a value of 2.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(7.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Children's Bureau
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (2.2) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (2.0).
Prior Value
(2.0)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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Compared to the HP 2030 Target (8.7), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.7)
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County: Santa Cruz

Community / Transportation

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Community / Transportation

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Community Spending on Transportation

Current Value:
15.0%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (15.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 15.0%.
CA Value
(15.7%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (17.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 15.0%.
US Value
(17.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (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.
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County: Santa Cruz Gasoline and Other Fuels Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
2.7%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 2.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.9%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 2.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (3.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 2.7% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(3.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (2.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (2.7%).
Prior Value
(2.7%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz Mean Travel Time to Work

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Mean Travel Time to Work

26.7
Minutes
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 26.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 31.0.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 26.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 27.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,131 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (29.2), Santa Cruz has a value of 26.7 which is lower and better.
CA Value
(29.2)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (26.7), Santa Cruz has a value of 26.7.
US Value
(26.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Workers Commuting by Public Transportation

Current Value:
1.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 1.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 0.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.5%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 1.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 0.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.1%.
U.S. Counties
(2015-2019)
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (3.6%), Santa Cruz has a value of 1.8% which is lower and worse.
CA Value
(3.6%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (3.8%), Santa Cruz has a value of 1.8% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(3.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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 (5.3%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.3%)
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County: Santa Cruz Workers who Drive Alone to Work

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Workers who Drive Alone to Work

64.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 64.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 73.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 76.4%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 64.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 79.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 82.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (68.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 64.2% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(68.4%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (71.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 64.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(71.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Workers who Walk to Work

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Workers who Walk to Work

4.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 4.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 2.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 1.5%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 4.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 2.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 1.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (2.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 4.6% which is higher and better.
CA Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 4.6% which is higher and better.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz

Economy

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Economy

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Residents that Feel Financially Better Off This Year

Current Value:
40.5%
Percent %
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (40.5%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (32.3%).
Prior Value
(32.3%)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz

Economy / Food Insecurity

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Economy / Food Insecurity

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Adults Receiving Food Stamp Benefits

Current Value:
25.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 25.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 28.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 23.1%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (28.5%), Santa Cruz has a value of 25.8% which is lower and worse.
CA Value
(28.5%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (25.8%) 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.
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County: Santa Cruz Community Spending on Food

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Community Spending on Food

12.8%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (13.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 12.8%.
CA Value
(13.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (12.6%), Santa Cruz has a value of 12.8%.
US Value
(12.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (12.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.8%).
Prior Value
(12.8%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz

Economy / Homelessness

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Economy / Homelessness

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Point-in-Time Count of Unaccompanied Youth Under 25 Experiencing Homelessness

222
Persons
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (222) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (29).
Prior Value
(29)
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 Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Point-in-Time Count of Veterans Experiencing Homelessness

332
Persons
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (332) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (35).
Prior Value
(35)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Sheltered Homeless

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Sheltered Homeless

525
Persons
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (525) is less and better than the previously measured value (800).
Prior Value
(800)
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 Santa Cruz value is staying the same.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Total Homeless Population

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Total Homeless Population

2,299
Persons
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (2,299) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (800).
Prior Value
(800)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Unsheltered Homeless

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Unsheltered Homeless

1,774
Persons
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (1,774) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (0).
Prior Value
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz

Economy / Housing & Homes

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Economy / Housing & Homes

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Community Spending on Housing

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Community Spending on Housing

33.8%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (34.1%), Santa Cruz has a value of 33.8%.
CA Value
(34.1%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (32.1%), Santa Cruz has a value of 33.8%.
US Value
(32.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (33.8%) 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 not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
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County: Santa Cruz Home Renter Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
18.9%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 18.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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 21.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 18.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (20.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 18.9% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(20.7%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (18.9%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (18.7%).
Prior Value
(18.7%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz Homeowner Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
13.8%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 13.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.7%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz 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 13.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (14.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 13.8% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(14.4%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (13.8%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (13.6%).
Prior Value
(13.6%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz Overcrowded Households

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Overcrowded Households

6.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 6.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.7%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (8.2%), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.8% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(8.2%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (3.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Renters Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Rent

52.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 52.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 53.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 55.8%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 52.7% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 44.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 49.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (54.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 52.7% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(54.4%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (49.9%), Santa Cruz has a value of 52.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(49.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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 (25.5%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.5%)
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County: Santa Cruz Utilities Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
4.1%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 4.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.5%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 4.1% which is in the best 50% 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%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (4.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 4.1% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(4.7%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (4.1%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (4.0%).
Prior Value
(4.0%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz

Economy / Income

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Economy / Income

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Gender Pay Gap

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Gender Pay Gap

$0.65
Cents on the dollar
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of $0.65 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $0.72 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $0.69.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value ($0.74), Santa Cruz has a value of $0.65 which is lower and worse.
CA Value
($0.74)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value ($0.72), Santa Cruz has a value of $0.65 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($0.72)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Households Below the Real Cost Measure

Current Value:
33.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 33.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 32.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 39.3%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 34 California counties.
Compared to the CA Value (34.0%), Santa Cruz has a value of 33.0% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(34.0%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
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County: Santa Cruz Median Household Income

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Median Household Income

$104,409
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of $104,409 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, Santa Cruz has a value of $104,409 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), Santa Cruz has a value of $104,409 which is higher and better.
CA Value
($91,905)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value ($75,149), Santa Cruz has a value of $104,409 which is higher and better.
US Value
($75,149)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz Per Capita Income

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Per Capita Income

$52,887
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of $52,887 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $37,717 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $32,012.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of $52,887 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $32,340 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $28,112.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value ($45,591), Santa Cruz has a value of $52,887 which is higher and better.
CA Value
($45,591)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value ($41,261), Santa Cruz has a value of $52,887 which is higher and better.
US Value
($41,261)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz

Economy / Poverty

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Economy / Poverty

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Children Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
10.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 10.9% 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 21.0%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 10.9% 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 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%), Santa Cruz has a value of 10.9% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(15.6%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (16.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 10.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(16.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Families Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
6.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 6.2% 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 10.8%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 6.2% 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%), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.2% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(8.5%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (8.8%), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
8.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 8.3% 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, Santa Cruz has a value of 8.3% 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%), Santa Cruz has a value of 8.3% 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%), Santa Cruz has a value of 8.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level (Count)

Current Value:
3,916
People
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Santa Cruz value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Santa Cruz People Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
11.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 11.4% which is in the best 50% 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 16.2%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 11.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (12.1%), Santa Cruz has a value of 11.4% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(12.1%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (12.5%), Santa Cruz has a value of 11.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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 (8.0%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.0%)
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County: Santa Cruz Youth not in School or Working

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Youth not in School or Working

0.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 0.5% which is in the best 50% 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 2.4%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 0.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,130 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (1.5%), Santa Cruz has a value of 0.5% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(1.5%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (1.8%), Santa Cruz has a value of 0.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(1.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz

Education / Childcare & Early Childhood Education

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Education / Childcare & Early Childhood Education

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz Child Care Spaces in Licensed Facilities

Current Value:
7,930
Number of spaces
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (7,930) is less and worse than the previously measured value (8,153).
Prior Value
(8,153)
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 Santa Cruz 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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County: Santa Cruz Day Care Center and Preschool Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
6.1%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 6.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.3%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 6.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (6.9%), Santa Cruz has a value of 6.1% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(6.9%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (6.1%) 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 not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
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County: Santa Cruz Home Child Care Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
3.7%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 3.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.4%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 3.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (3.9%), Santa Cruz has a value of 3.7% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(3.9%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (3.7%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (3.6%).
Prior Value
(3.6%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz

Education / Educational Attainment

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz

Education / Educational Attainment

Value
Compared to:

County: Santa Cruz College Tuition Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
9.9%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to CA Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 9.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.5%.
CA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 58 California counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Santa Cruz has a value of 9.9% 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 13.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the CA Value (11.6%), Santa Cruz has a value of 9.9% which is lower and better.
CA Value
(11.6%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (9.9%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (9.8%).
Prior Value
(9.8%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz Community Spending on Education

Current Value:

County: Santa Cruz Community Spending on Education

2.6%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the CA Value (2.7%), Santa Cruz has a value of 2.6%.
CA Value
(2.7%)
The regional value is compared to the California state value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Santa Cruz has a value of 2.6%.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (2.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (2.6%).
Prior Value
(2.6%)
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.
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County: Santa Cruz High School Graduates Earning a Seal of Biliteracy

Current Value:
229
Students
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Santa Cruz (229) is greater and better than the previously measured value (13).
Prior Value
(13)
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 Santa Cruz value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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Santa Cruz