Rutland County Health Data

Rutland County, Vermont

Health Score

84/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

76.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.5 yr

State avg 78.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.3%

State avg 5.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

73

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

390

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Rutland County, Vermont

Rutland County health mirrors national trends

Rutland County's 76.5-year life expectancy sits just below the U.S. average of 76.1 years, while 13.3% of residents report poor or fair health compared to the national average of 17.3%. This suggests the county performs better on health self-perception than life expectancy gains alone would indicate.

Below state average but not among worst

At 76.5 years, Rutland County life expectancy falls 1.7 years short of Vermont's 78.2-year state average, placing it in the middle-to-lower range of Vermont counties. The 13.3% poor/fair health rate exceeds the state trend, suggesting room for improvement in chronic disease management.

Healthier than Orleans, trailing top performers

Rutland County's 76.5-year life expectancy beats Orleans (76.2) but lags Orange (79.1) and Washington (79.0) by 2.5 to 2.6 years. Its 73 primary care providers per 100K matches Orleans but trails Windsor (110) and Washington (97), indicating potential access challenges.

Uninsured rates climb, provider capacity stretched

Rutland County's 5.3% uninsured rate slightly exceeds Vermont's 5.1% average, while 73 primary care providers per 100K serve the county's medical needs. Mental health resources total 390 providers per 100K, offering reasonable behavioral health coverage but below several neighboring counties.

Find affordable health coverage today

With 5.3% of Rutland County residents uninsured, now is the time to explore your options through Vermont's Health Care Access Project or healthcare.gov. Connecting with coverage ensures you can see one of the 73 primary care providers serving your community without financial barriers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Rutland County, VT?
Rutland County has a health score of 84/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #11 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 Rutland County?
Life expectancy in Rutland County is 76.5 years. The Vermont state average is 78.2 years, making Rutland County below the state average.
How does Rutland County health compare to the Vermont average?
Rutland County's health score of 84/100 is below the Vermont average of 88/100. Life expectancy is 76.5 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 5.3% vs. 5.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Rutland County?
Key health factors for Rutland County include: life expectancy (76.5 years), uninsured rate (5.3%), and primary care physician access (73:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 390:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Rutland County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 84/100 ("Excellent"), Rutland County is one of the healthier counties in Vermont. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.5 years. 5.3% 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 Rutland County?
Rutland County's health score of 84/100 is below the Vermont average of 88/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.