Washington County Health Data

Washington County, Nebraska

Health Score

94/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.9 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.5%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

43

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

43

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Washington County, Nebraska

Washington County lives longer than most

At 79.9 years, Washington County residents live nearly 2 years longer than the U.S. average of 78.1 years. Only 11.4% report poor or fair health, outperforming the national poor/fair health rate of 17%. This county is performing well above typical American health outcomes.

Life expectancy leads Nebraska

Washington County's 79.9-year life expectancy ranks among Nebraska's healthiest, beating the state average of 77.5 years by 2.4 years. The county's 11.4% poor/fair health rate also sits well below Nebraska's typical burden of chronic illness. Residents here enjoy some of the best health prospects in the state.

Outperforming surrounding counties

Washington County's life expectancy of 79.9 years significantly exceeds nearby Webster County (75.3 years) and Wayne County (82.5 years offers stronger performance). The county's 11.4% poor/fair health rate is lower than Webster's 16.4%, indicating a healthier population overall.

Access and coverage look solid here

Only 5.5% of Washington County residents lack health insurance, well below Nebraska's 8.1% state average. With 43 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 43 mental health providers per 100,000, the county maintains reasonable access to both physical and behavioral health services.

Keep your coverage strong

Even though Washington County's uninsured rate is low, 1 in 18 residents still lacks coverage—missing preventive care and risking medical debt. Visit healthcare.gov or contact your local health department to explore plans, subsidies, and coverage options that fit your family's needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Washington County, NE?
Washington County has a health score of 94/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #2 out of 93 counties in Nebraska (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 79.9 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Washington County above the state average.
How does Washington County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Washington County's health score of 94/100 is above the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 79.9 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 5.5% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Washington County?
Key health factors for Washington County include: life expectancy (79.9 years), uninsured rate (5.5%), and primary care physician access (43:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 43:1 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 94/100 ("Excellent"), Washington County is one of the healthier counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.9 years. 5.5% 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 Nebraska average?
Washington County's health score of 94/100 exceeds the Nebraska average of 71/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Washington County has better primary care access (43:1 ratio) than the state average (66:1).

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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.