Washington County Health Data
Washington County, Colorado
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
56/100
Average
Life Expectancy
74.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.0 yr
State avg 78.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.5%
State avg 9.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
62
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
62
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
15.1%
State avg 16.0%
National avg 19.6%
Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health
These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Washington County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Washington | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 26.6% | 27.1% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 8.2% | 8.6% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.6% | 26.7% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 24.2% | 23.2% | 24.1% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Washington | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 13.8% | 12.8% | 16.3% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% | 19.1% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.6% | 19.0% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Washington | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 68.4% | 69.4% | 74.9% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 62.9% | 61.4% | 57.3% | 1.5 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 69.6% | 69.4% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Washington | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 18.3% | 17.3% | 18.6% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 31.3% | 31.7% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Washington County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Washington County Mental Health Provider Availability Lower Than Median
Health data brief for Washington County, Colorado.
Washington County reports 62 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure that is substantially lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. The primary care provider ratio also stands at 62 per 100,000, which is below the national median of 70. Residents in the county have a life expectancy of 74.0 years, lower than the Colorado state average of 78.2 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 9.5%, which is comparable to the state average of 9.7% and slightly below the national average of 10%. About 15.1% of residents report being in poor or fair health, which remains below the national average of 17%. These metrics indicate a lower availability of healthcare specialists compared to state and national benchmarks. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Washington County, Colorado
Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Washington County.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
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Data Sources
Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.
Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.