Windham County Health Data

Windham County, Vermont

Health Score

91/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.6 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

89

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

842

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Windham County, Vermont

Windham County extends life expectancy nationwide

At 78.6 years, Windham County residents live 2.5 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.1 years, positioning the county among America's healthiest communities. With 12.7% reporting poor or fair health—well below the national 17.3%—the county demonstrates strong overall wellness management.

Vermont's wellness leader by mental health access

Windham County's 78.6-year life expectancy tops Vermont's state average of 78.2 years, while its 842 mental health providers per 100K is the highest in the state by a significant margin. This exceptional behavioral health capacity positions Windham as the state's mental wellness hub.

Competitive life expectancy, dominant mental health

Windham County's 78.6-year life expectancy ranks second after Orange (79.1), while its 842 mental health providers per 100K dwarfs neighboring counties—Orleans has 320, Rutland 390, and Windsor 596. This makes Windham the clear leader in behavioral health access across the region.

Good coverage access with strong mental health support

Windham County's 5.3% uninsured rate slightly exceeds Vermont's 5.1% average, while 89 primary care providers per 100K deliver routine medical care. The county's exceptional 842 mental health providers per 100K ensure residents facing mental health or substance use challenges can access treatment.

Connect with Windham's health resources

Windham County residents have access to the state's best mental health provider network—842 per 100K—but it matters only if you're covered. Check your insurance status at healthcare.gov and connect with Vermont's Health Care Access Project if you need help finding affordable coverage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Windham County, VT?
Windham County has a health score of 91/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #6 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 Windham County?
Life expectancy in Windham County is 78.6 years. The Vermont state average is 78.2 years, making Windham County above the state average.
How does Windham County health compare to the Vermont average?
Windham County's health score of 91/100 is above the Vermont average of 88/100. Life expectancy is 78.6 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 5.3% vs. 5.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Windham County?
Key health factors for Windham County include: life expectancy (78.6 years), uninsured rate (5.3%), and primary care physician access (89:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 842:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Windham County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 91/100 ("Excellent"), Windham County is one of the healthier counties in Vermont. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.6 years. 5.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Windham County healthier than the Vermont average?
Windham County's health score of 91/100 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.