Gilliam County Health Data

Gilliam County, Oregon

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

65/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.4 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

50

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

148

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.2%

State avg 18.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

50.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 49.9 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

99.9

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 Gilliam County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGilliamState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity35.8%35.5%37.6%near state average
Diabetes10.2%10.1%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure30.6%30.2%33.5%near state average
Depression29.2%27.9%24.1%1.3 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGilliamState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.7%14.0%16.3%1.7 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.5%17.4%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity22.7%21.1%27.0%1.6 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGilliamState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup69.5%70.1%74.9%0.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)64.1%61.7%57.3%2.4 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.4%75.1%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureGilliamState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.7%19.4%18.6%1.3 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration31.6%32.8%37.3%1.2 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Gilliam 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

Provider Ratios Highlight Healthcare Access in Gilliam County

Health data brief for Gilliam County, Oregon.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

There are 148 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a concentration that is lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. For physical health, life expectancy is 76.4 years, which is close to the state benchmark of 77.0 years and the national figure of 77 years. About 17.2% of adults report poor or fair health, matching the national typical rate of 17%. The uninsured rate is 7.6%, which is lower than the Oregon state rate of 8.1% and the national 10% mark. There are 50 primary care providers per 100,000 people, compared to the national median of 70 per 100,000. These figures are derived from national registry data and federal survey responses within the county. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Gilliam 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.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Gilliam County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

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 Gilliam County, OR?
Gilliam County has a health score of 65/100, rated "Average." It ranks #15 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 Gilliam County?
Life expectancy in Gilliam County is 76.4 years. The Oregon state average is 77.0 years, making Gilliam County below the state average.
How does Gilliam County health compare to the Oregon average?
Gilliam County's health score of 65/100 is above the Oregon average of 61/100. Life expectancy is 76.4 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Gilliam County?
Key health factors for Gilliam County include: life expectancy (76.4 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (50:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 148:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Gilliam County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 65/100 ("Average"), Gilliam County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Oregon. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.4 years. 7.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Gilliam County healthier than the Oregon average?
Gilliam County's health score of 65/100 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. Gilliam County has better primary care access (50:1 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.