Washington County Health Data
Washington County, Kansas
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
70/100
Average
Life Expectancy
79.6 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.6 yr
State avg 75.4 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.9%
State avg 11.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
73
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
18
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
14.6%
State avg 16.7%
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 | 34.4% | 38.9% | 37.6% | 4.5 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 8.9% | 10.2% | 11.2% | 1.3 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% | 31.8% | 33.5% | 2.0 pts better than state |
| Depression | 21.3% | 21.8% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Washington | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 15.7% | 16.3% | 16.3% | 0.6 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% | 17.7% | 17.8% | 1.4 pts worse than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.1% | 27.3% | 27.0% | 1.2 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Washington | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 73.9% | 74.1% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 63.7% | 61.1% | 57.3% | 2.6 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 75.5% | 71.7% | 73.3% | 3.8 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Washington | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 17.4% | 17.7% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 35.9% | 35.6% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Washington County nationally on obesity.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Washington County Reports 18 Mental Health Providers Per 100,000
Health data brief for Washington County, Kansas.
Washington County has 18 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a ratio significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. The county’s primary care provider ratio is 73 per 100,000, which is slightly higher than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Life expectancy in the county is 79.6 years, which is higher than the state average of 75.4 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 11.9%, higher than the state average of 11.5% and the national average of 10%. Approximately 14.6% of adults report poor or fair health, lower than the national rate of 17%. These statistics provide a comparison of healthcare access and outcomes in the local area. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
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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.