Benton County Health Data

Benton County, Washington

Health Score

67/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.8 yr

State avg 78.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.3%

State avg 9.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

71

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

388

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Benton County, Washington

Benton County health slightly below national

At 77.8 years, Benton County's life expectancy is 0.5 years below the U.S. average of 78.3 years. The 17.1% poor/fair health rate beats the national average of 18%, suggesting residents report better perceived health despite slightly lower longevity.

Close to Washington's state average

Benton County's 77.8-year life expectancy is 0.3 years below Washington's 78.1-year state average, placing it near the middle of the state's health performance. At 8.3%, the uninsured rate sits just below the state average of 9.0%, indicating strong health coverage across the county.

Solid performance in mid-state region

Benton County's 77.8-year life expectancy tops Adams County (77.0 years) and Asotin County (76.7 years), though trails the standout Chelan County (79.3 years). With 71 primary care providers and 388 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, Benton offers reliable provider access for routine and behavioral health needs.

Strong coverage supports routine care access

At 8.3%, Benton County's uninsured rate is below the state average, meaning most residents can access primary care without financial barriers. With 71 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, the county supports timely preventive visits and chronic disease management for its population.

Keep your health plan active

Benton County's high insurance enrollment helps residents avoid gaps in care. If coverage changes due to job loss or life events, apply immediately on Healthcare.gov or through local enrollment assistors to maintain uninterrupted access to the county's primary care network.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Benton County, WA?
Benton County has a health score of 67/100, rated "Average." It ranks #20 out of 39 counties in Washington (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 Benton County?
Life expectancy in Benton County is 77.8 years. The Washington state average is 78.1 years, making Benton County below the state average.
How does Benton County health compare to the Washington average?
Benton County's health score of 67/100 is above the Washington average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 77.8 years vs. the state average of 78.1 years. The uninsured rate is 8.3% vs. 9.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Benton County?
Key health factors for Benton County include: life expectancy (77.8 years), uninsured rate (8.3%), and primary care physician access (71:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 388:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Benton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 67/100 ("Average"), Benton County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Washington. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.8 years. 8.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Benton County healthier than the Washington average?
Benton County's health score of 67/100 exceeds the Washington average of 65/100. 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.