Windsor County Health Data

Windsor County, Vermont

Health Score

91/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

State avg 78.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.1%

State avg 5.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

110

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

596

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Windsor County, Vermont

Windsor County achieves strong national health standing

At 77.9 years, Windsor County residents live 1.8 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.1 years, while only 10.9% report poor or fair health—nearly 6 points below the national 17.3% rate. This combination indicates excellent chronic disease management and preventive care across the county.

Outperforming Vermont average on wellness metrics

Windsor County's 77.9-year life expectancy slightly trails Vermont's 78.2-year state average, but its 10.9% poor/fair health rate ranks among the state's best. The county's strong health perceptions suggest effective primary and preventive care despite modest life expectancy.

Primary care leader, strong overall access

Windsor County's 77.9-year life expectancy ranks solidly in Vermont's middle tier, while its 110 primary care providers per 100K leads all counties and ensures excellent routine medical access. With 596 mental health providers per 100K, the county provides competitive behavioral health capacity.

Excellent primary care access, solid mental health support

Windsor County's 5.1% uninsured rate exactly matches Vermont's state average, while its 110 primary care providers per 100K—the highest statewide—ensure residents can easily access routine care. Mental health support through 596 providers per 100K provides strong behavioral health capacity.

Leverage Windsor's top-tier provider network

Windsor County's 110 primary care providers per 100K is the best in Vermont, but you need coverage to access them. If you're among the 5.1% uninsured, visit healthcare.gov or Vermont's Health Care Access Project to connect with coverage and your local providers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Windsor County, VT?
Windsor County has a health score of 91/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #7 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 Windsor County?
Life expectancy in Windsor County is 77.9 years. The Vermont state average is 78.2 years, making Windsor County below the state average.
How does Windsor County health compare to the Vermont average?
Windsor County's health score of 91/100 is above the Vermont average of 88/100. Life expectancy is 77.9 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 5.1% vs. 5.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Windsor County?
Key health factors for Windsor County include: life expectancy (77.9 years), uninsured rate (5.1%), and primary care physician access (110:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 596:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Windsor County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 91/100 ("Excellent"), Windsor County is one of the healthier counties in Vermont. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.9 years. 5.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Windsor County healthier than the Vermont average?
Windsor 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.