Addison County Health Data
Addison County, Vermont
Health Score
97/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
80.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
80.7 yr
State avg 78.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.4%
State avg 5.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
113
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
371
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Addison County, Vermont
Addison County outpaces the nation
At 80.7 years, Addison's life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 76.1 years by 4.6 years—a significant edge. Just 10.2% of residents report poor or fair health, well below the national rate of 17.9%, signaling a population in strong overall health.
Best health outcomes in Vermont
Addison County ranks among Vermont's healthiest, with a life expectancy 2.5 years above the state average of 78.2 years. The county's 10.2% poor/fair health rate ranks it near the top of state rankings, reflecting sustained community wellness.
Ahead of neighboring counties
Addison's 80.7-year life expectancy beats Chittenden (80.8) by a narrow margin and significantly outpaces Bennington (76.7) and Caledonia (76.7). Its 10.2% poor/fair health rate trails only Chittenden among regional peers, positioning Addison as a leader in regional health.
Strong access to primary care
With 113 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Addison offers solid access to first-line care and 371 mental health providers per 100,000. Only 4.4% of residents lack health insurance, matching Chittenden County's best-in-state rate.
Keep coverage strong in Addison
Even with a low 4.4% uninsured rate, some Addison residents may still be underinsured or facing coverage gaps. Check your plan at Vermont's health insurance marketplace to ensure you have adequate coverage for your family's needs.
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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.