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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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.