Windsor County Health Data

Windsor County, Vermont

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

10.9%

State avg 13.0%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

36.2

per 100K residentsCDC: 110.0 per 100K

Dentists

1.7

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

17.3

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Windsor County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureWindsorState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity28.7%30.4%37.6%1.7 pts better than state
Diabetes6.9%7.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure25.8%27.4%33.5%1.6 pts better than state
Depression28.8%28.0%24.1%0.8 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureWindsorState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking11.5%12.6%16.3%1.1 pts better than state
Binge Drinking18.5%18.9%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity17.7%19.1%27.0%1.4 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureWindsorState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup69.3%72.7%74.9%3.4 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)70.1%67.0%57.3%3.1 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)76.3%75.8%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureWindsorState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.1%17.8%18.6%0.7 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration31.8%31.2%37.3%0.6 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Windsor County nationally on annual routine checkup.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Windsor County Primary Care Ratio Exceeds 110 per 100,000 Residents

Health data brief for Windsor County, Vermont.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Windsor County has 110 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, a ratio that is substantially higher than the national median of 70 per 100,000. In addition to primary care access, the county has 596 mental health providers per 100,000, well above the national median of 250. General health reporting shows that 10.9% of adults in Windsor County report poor or fair health, which is among the lowest rates in the state and lower than the national average of 17%. Life expectancy is 77.9 years, slightly below the Vermont state average of 78.2 years but higher than the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 5.1%, matching the Vermont state average and sitting significantly lower than the national 10% rate. These figures are reported from verified federal health and census records. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Windsor County, Vermont

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

White River Jct Va Medical Center

ER
5/5
(802) 295-9363
163 Veterans Drive, White River Junction, VT 05009
Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationVeterans Health Administration

Mt Ascutney Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(802) 674-6711
289 County Road, Windsor, VT 05089
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Springfield Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(802) 885-2151
Po Box 2003, Springfield, VT 05156
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.