Clatsop County Health Data

Clatsop County, Oregon

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

68/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.7 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.7%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

62

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

423

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

15.2%

State avg 18.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

41.1

per 100K residentsCDC: 62.2 per 100K

Dentists

14.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

16.9

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

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 Clatsop County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureClatsopState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity34.8%35.5%37.6%0.7 pts better than state
Diabetes9.5%10.1%11.2%0.6 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure29.8%30.2%33.5%near state average
Depression28.3%27.9%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureClatsopState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.6%14.0%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking17.7%17.4%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity19.8%21.1%27.0%1.3 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureClatsopState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup70.9%70.1%74.9%0.8 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)66.7%61.7%57.3%5.0 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.9%75.1%73.3%1.2 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureClatsopState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.2%19.4%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration30.7%32.8%37.3%2.1 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Clatsop County nationally on dental visit (past year).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Clatsop County primary care provider ratio falls under national median

Health data brief for Clatsop County, Oregon.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Clatsop County has 62 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, a rate lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. This provider ratio is noted alongside a life expectancy of 76.7 years, which is shorter than the Oregon state average of 77.0 years and the 77-year national average. The uninsured rate for the county is 8.7%, higher than the state average of 8.1% but lower than the national average of 10%. Approximately 15.2% of adults in Clatsop County report poor or fair health, which is lower than the national average of 17%. Mental health providers are present at a rate of 423 per 100,000, exceeding the national median of 250 per 100,000. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Clatsop County, Oregon

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Providence Seaside Hospital

ER
3/5
(503) 717-7000
725 S Wahanna Road, Seaside, OR 97138
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Church

Columbia Memorial Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(503) 325-4321
2111 Exchange Street, Astoria, OR 97103
Critical Access HospitalsProprietary

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Clatsop County, OR?
Clatsop County has a health score of 68/100, rated "Average." It ranks #11 out of 36 counties in Oregon (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 Clatsop County?
Life expectancy in Clatsop County is 76.7 years. The Oregon state average is 77.0 years, making Clatsop County below the state average.
How does Clatsop County health compare to the Oregon average?
Clatsop County's health score of 68/100 is above the Oregon average of 61/100. Life expectancy is 76.7 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 8.7% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Clatsop County?
Key health factors for Clatsop County include: life expectancy (76.7 years), uninsured rate (8.7%), and primary care physician access (62:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 423:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Clatsop County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 68/100 ("Average"), Clatsop County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Oregon. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.7 years. 8.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Clatsop County healthier than the Oregon average?
Clatsop County's health score of 68/100 exceeds the Oregon average of 61/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Clatsop County has better primary care access (62:1 ratio) than the state average (78:1).

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.