District of Columbia Health Data
District of Columbia, District of Columbia
County Health Rankings & Roadmaps 2025Health Score
86/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
76.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
3.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.5 yr
State avg 76.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
3.1%
State avg 3.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
129
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
723
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
12.8%
State avg 12.8%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
10.9
per 100K residentsCDC: 128.8 per 100K
Dentists
3.3
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
4.0
per 100K residents
Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.
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 District of Columbia differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | District of Columbia | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 25.1% | 25.1% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 8.5% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% | 30.3% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 21.0% | 21.0% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | District of Columbia | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 9.5% | 9.5% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 22.5% | 22.5% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.3% | 15.3% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | District of Columbia | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 77.0% | 77.0% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 69.3% | 69.3% | 57.3% | near state average |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 77.0% | 77.0% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | District of Columbia | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 13.7% | 13.7% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 32.8% | 32.8% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare District of Columbia nationally on obesity.
Source: CDC PLACES 2022–2023 measure years · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Source vintage: CDC PLACES 2022–2023 measure years.
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Data Story
District Mental Health Provider Ratio Triple the National Median
Health data brief for District of Columbia, District of Columbia.
By HealthByCounty Editorial Team
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The District of Columbia reports a mental health provider ratio of 723 per 100,000 residents, a figure nearly triple the national median of 250 per 100,000. This concentration of specialists is paired with a primary care provider ratio of 129 per 100,000, which is also notably higher than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Regarding insurance coverage, 3.1% of residents are uninsured, matching the district-wide average and sitting significantly lower than the national 10% benchmark. Furthermore, 12.8% of adults in the District report poor or fair health, compared to 17% of adults nationwide. Life expectancy in the District of Columbia stands at 76.5 years, which is identical to the district average and slightly lower than the national 77-year estimate. These data points provide a snapshot of the clinical and health landscape across the federal district. See the 2025 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps release methodology for further data definitions.
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Data Sources
Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps 2025, published by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation .
Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.