Washington County Health Data

Washington County, Minnesota

Health Score

99/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

81.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

81.3 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.0%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

104

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

338

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Washington County, Minnesota

Washington leads nation on life expectancy

Washington County residents live to 81.3 years on average—nearly 2.4 years longer than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. Just 9.3% report poor or fair health, one of the lowest rates nationally and well below the U.S. average of 16%.

Minnesota's healthiest county by far

Washington County ranks among the very top in Minnesota, with 81.3 years of life expectancy versus the state average of 78.7 years. The county's 9.3% poor or fair health rate is among the best in the state.

Significantly healthier than surrounding areas

Washington County residents outlive those in Waseca (79.3 years), Winona (80.2 years), and Wright (80.0 years) counties by 1-2 years. Its 9.3% poor or fair health rate dramatically outperforms Watonwan's 17.6% and Wilkin's 15.2%.

Top-tier healthcare infrastructure statewide

Washington County has exceptional healthcare access: only 4.0% uninsured (well below the 6.0% state average), 104 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, and a remarkable 338 mental health providers per 100,000. This robust infrastructure supports some of Minnesota's best health outcomes.

Most Washington residents are already covered

With just 4.0% uninsured, Washington County leads the state in coverage. If you're among the uninsured, explore options at MNsure.org or 1-855-366-7873 to find an affordable plan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Washington County, MN?
Washington County has a health score of 99/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #2 out of 87 counties in Minnesota (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Washington County?
Life expectancy in Washington County is 81.3 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Washington County above the state average.
How does Washington County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Washington County's health score of 99/100 is above the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 81.3 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 4.0% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Washington County?
Key health factors for Washington County include: life expectancy (81.3 years), uninsured rate (4.0%), and primary care physician access (104:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 338:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Washington County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 99/100 ("Excellent"), Washington County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 81.3 years. 4.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Washington County healthier than the Minnesota average?
Washington County's health score of 99/100 exceeds the Minnesota average of 83/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.