Chittenden County Health Data

Chittenden County, Vermont

Health Score

96/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.8 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

175

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

810

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Chittenden County, Vermont

Chittenden's health outpaces the nation

With 80.8 years of life expectancy, Chittenden exceeds the U.S. average of 76.1 years by 4.7 years—among the nation's best. Just 12.7% of residents report poor or fair health, well below the national 17.9%, reflecting a healthier population.

Vermont's healthiest county

Chittenden County leads Vermont with 80.8 years life expectancy, 2.6 years above the state average of 78.2 years. Its 12.7% poor/fair health rate ranks best-in-state, underscoring the county's position as Vermont's health leader.

Clear health advantage regionally

Chittenden's 80.8-year life expectancy surpasses all peers, outpacing Addison (80.7) by just a hair and beating Lamoille (79.2) by 1.6 years. Its 12.7% poor/fair health rate is the lowest among all regional counties, cementing its leadership.

Exceptional provider density

Chittenden boasts 175 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the highest in the state—plus 810 mental health providers per 100,000, creating world-class access. With just 4.4% uninsured, the county achieves near-universal coverage, matching Addison's best-in-state rate.

Maintain coverage in Chittenden

Even Chittenden's low 4.4% uninsured rate masks potential coverage gaps and underinsurance among some residents. Review your plan annually at Vermont's health marketplace to ensure continuous, adequate protection.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Chittenden County, VT?
Chittenden County has a health score of 96/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #2 out of 14 counties in Vermont (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 Chittenden County?
Life expectancy in Chittenden County is 80.8 years. The Vermont state average is 78.2 years, making Chittenden County above the state average.
How does Chittenden County health compare to the Vermont average?
Chittenden County's health score of 96/100 is above the Vermont average of 88/100. Life expectancy is 80.8 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 4.4% vs. 5.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Chittenden County?
Key health factors for Chittenden County include: life expectancy (80.8 years), uninsured rate (4.4%), and primary care physician access (175:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 810:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Chittenden County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 96/100 ("Excellent"), Chittenden County is one of the healthier counties in Vermont. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.8 years. 4.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Chittenden County healthier than the Vermont average?
Chittenden County's health score of 96/100 exceeds the Vermont average of 88/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.