Washington County Health Data

Washington County, New York

Health Score

80/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.4%

State avg 5.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

36

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

183

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Washington County, New York

Washington County life expectancy below national average

At 76.6 years, Washington County residents live nearly 1.5 years less than the U.S. average of 76.1 years, indicating room for health improvement. The county's 14.9% poor/fair health rate is slightly better than national trends, suggesting opportunity to extend lifespans through targeted interventions.

Washington lags New York State average

Washington County's 76.6-year life expectancy falls below New York State's 77.9-year average, positioning the county in the lower tier of state health outcomes. This 1.3-year gap signals the need for strengthened healthcare access and prevention efforts.

Among the shortest-lived in its region

Washington residents live shorter lives than Warren County (78.1 years) and Wyoming County (78.2 years), reflecting limited healthcare infrastructure. With just 36 primary care providers per 100,000 people—the lowest among neighbors—access challenges likely contribute to the gap.

Provider shortage strains healthcare access

Washington's 36 primary care providers per 100,000 fall far short of Warren's 111, making it harder for residents to access routine care. At 5.4% uninsured, the county's coverage rate matches state average, but sparse providers mean even insured residents struggle to secure appointments.

Washington residents: secure insurance today

With limited primary care availability, health insurance is critical for accessing the providers Washington does have. Head to healthcare.gov or NY's marketplace to enroll and ensure you're connected to available care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Washington County, NY?
Washington County has a health score of 80/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #37 out of 62 counties in New York (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 76.6 years. The New York state average is 77.9 years, making Washington County below the state average.
How does Washington County health compare to the New York average?
Washington County's health score of 80/100 is below the New York average of 81/100. Life expectancy is 76.6 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 5.4% vs. 5.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Washington County?
Key health factors for Washington County include: life expectancy (76.6 years), uninsured rate (5.4%), and primary care physician access (36:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 183:1 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 80/100 ("Excellent"), Washington County is one of the healthier counties in New York. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.6 years. 5.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Washington County?
Washington County's health score of 80/100 is below the New York average of 81/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.