Umatilla County Health Data

Umatilla County, Oregon

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

47/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.9 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.8%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

487

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

21.9%

State avg 18.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

36.2

per 100K residentsCDC: 46.3 per 100K

Dentists

6.2

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

8.7

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 Umatilla County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureUmatillaState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.9%35.5%37.6%2.4 pts worse than state
Diabetes11.4%10.1%11.2%1.3 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure30.4%30.2%33.5%near state average
Depression23.8%27.9%24.1%4.1 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureUmatillaState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.9%14.0%16.3%0.9 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.4%17.4%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity24.5%21.1%27.0%3.4 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureUmatillaState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup70.7%70.1%74.9%0.6 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)57.6%61.7%57.3%4.1 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)76.7%75.1%73.3%1.6 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureUmatillaState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.0%19.4%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration33.9%32.8%37.3%1.1 pts worse than state

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

Over One Fifth of Umatilla County Residents Report Poor Health

Health data brief for Umatilla County, Oregon.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

Umatilla County reports that 21.9% of its residents are in poor or fair health, a rate higher than the national average of 17%. The life expectancy in the county is 75.9 years, compared to the Oregon state average of 77.0 years and the national 77-year mark. The county's uninsured rate is 8.8%, which is higher than the state average of 8.1% but lower than the national 10% figure. Umatilla has 46 primary care providers per 100,000 people, lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The mental health provider ratio is 487 per 100,000, which is higher than the national median of 250. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Umatilla 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.

St Anthony Hospital

ER
3/5
(541) 276-5121
2801 St Anthony Way, Pendleton, OR 97801
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Church

Good Shepherd Medical Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(541) 667-3400
610 Nw 11th Street, Hermiston, OR 97838
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Umatilla County, OR?
Umatilla County has a health score of 47/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #29 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 Umatilla County?
Life expectancy in Umatilla County is 75.9 years. The Oregon state average is 77.0 years, making Umatilla County below the state average.
How does Umatilla County health compare to the Oregon average?
Umatilla County's health score of 47/100 is below the Oregon average of 61/100. Life expectancy is 75.9 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 8.8% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Umatilla County?
Key health factors for Umatilla County include: life expectancy (75.9 years), uninsured rate (8.8%), and primary care physician access (46:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 487:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Umatilla County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 47/100 ("Below Average"), Umatilla County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oregon. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.9 years. 8.8% 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 Umatilla County?
Umatilla County's health score of 47/100 is below the Oregon average of 61/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.