Sherman County Health Data
Sherman County, Oregon
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
69/100
Average
Life Expectancy
80.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
80.2 yr
State avg 77.0 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.1%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
52
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Poor / Fair Health
20.4%
State avg 18.8%
National avg 19.6%
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 Sherman County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Sherman | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 36.7% | 35.5% | 37.6% | 1.2 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 10.4% | 10.1% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% | 30.2% | 33.5% | 1.2 pts worse than state |
| Depression | 28.9% | 27.9% | 24.1% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Sherman | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 15.9% | 14.0% | 16.3% | 1.9 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% | 17.4% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.3% | 21.1% | 27.0% | 1.2 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Sherman | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 69.9% | 70.1% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 58.5% | 61.7% | 57.3% | 3.2 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 75.4% | 75.1% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Sherman | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 20.6% | 19.4% | 18.6% | 1.2 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 31.9% | 32.8% | 37.3% | 0.9 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Sherman 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
Sherman County Life Expectancy Exceeds State Average by Three Years
Health data brief for Sherman County, Oregon.
Sherman County records a life expectancy of 80.2 years, which is notably higher than the Oregon state average of 77.0 years and the national average of 77 years. The county's uninsured rate is 7.1%, lower than the state mark of 8.1% and the national 10% average. In terms of health provider availability, there are 52 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Approximately 20.4% of residents report poor or fair health, higher than the national average of 17%. Data regarding mental health provider ratios was not reported for this county during this period. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Sherman 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 Sherman 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.
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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.