Yamhill County Health Data
Yamhill County, Oregon
Health Score
68/100
Average
Life Expectancy
78.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.1 yr
State avg 77.0 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.4%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
58
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
529
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Yamhill County, Oregon
Yamhill slightly above national health
Yamhill County residents live to 78.1 years, just slightly below the U.S. average of 80.1 years. With 17.0% of the population reporting poor or fair health versus 13.3% nationally, the county shows room for improvement in community wellness.
Middling Oregon health outcomes
At 78.1 years, Yamhill's life expectancy exceeds Oregon's state average of 77.0 years by about a year. The county's 17.0% poor/fair health rate sits slightly above state norms, placing it in the middle range for Oregon counties.
Closer to peers than outliers
Yamhill's 78.1-year life expectancy falls between Wasco County (75.2) and Washington County (81.1), positioning it as a moderate performer. At 17.0% poor/fair health, it's healthier than Wasco (18.7%) and Wheeler (20.2%) but trails Washington County (14.7%).
Fewer primary care providers
Yamhill has only 58 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the lowest among profiled counties—potentially limiting access to routine care. At 8.4% uninsured, Yamhill's rate sits slightly above Oregon's 8.1% average, and combined with limited provider availability, can strain the healthcare system.
Find affordable coverage today
Yamhill residents without insurance can explore Oregon Health Plan and marketplace options at oregonhealthcare.gov or by calling 1-855-268-3767. Open enrollment occurs annually, and life changes like job loss or new children may qualify you for coverage anytime.
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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.