STD Rates in Berks County, Pennsylvania

2023 CDC surveillance data for Berks County, Pennsylvania — chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis rates with state comparisons.

Data Year: 2023 Source: CDC STI Surveillance Population: 432,865
Combined
523.3
per 100K
8th / 67
Chlamydia
412.6
per 100K • 1,786 cases
Gonorrhea
104.9
per 100K • 454 cases
Syphilis P&S
5.8
per 100K • 25 cases

Berks County has one of the higher STD burdens in Pennsylvania, with a combined rate of 523.3 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — ranking 8th of 67 counties. Reported infections included chlamydia at 412.6 per 100,000 (1,786 cases, 2% below the state rate), gonorrhea at 104.9 per 100,000 (454 cases, 28% below the state rate), syphilis at 5.8 per 100,000 (25 cases, 36% below the state rate). Routine testing is the surest way to catch STDs early, since many produce no symptoms. Berks County has confidential testing locations available.

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Berks County County vs Pennsylvania Average

Infection Berks County County Pennsylvania Rate Difference
Chlamydia 412.6 421.2 2% below
Gonorrhea 104.9 144.7 28% below
Syphilis (P&S) 5.8 9.1 36% below

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Berks County ranks 8th of 67 Pennsylvania counties for combined STD rate in 2023, at 523.3 per 100,000 residents.
In 2023, chlamydia was the most frequently reported STD in Berks County, with 1,786 cases at a rate of 412.6 per 100,000 residents.
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Data sourced from the CDC's annual STI Surveillance Report. Rates are per 100,000 population and reflect reported cases only — actual prevalence is likely higher due to undiagnosed infections. While we strive for accuracy, STDTest.com makes no representations or warranties regarding the completeness or accuracy of this data and is not responsible for any errors or omissions. This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.