Grant County Health Data

Grant County, Washington

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

41/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.8 yr

State avg 78.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.0%

State avg 9.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

40

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

265

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

21.9%

State avg 17.5%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

19.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 39.9 per 100K

Dentists

9.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

19.9

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 Grant County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.2%34.2%37.6%5.0 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.8%9.2%11.2%1.6 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure31.1%29.1%33.5%2.0 pts worse than state
Depression23.9%26.2%24.1%2.3 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.0%12.4%16.3%0.6 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking18.4%18.1%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity25.2%19.6%27.0%5.6 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup68.5%68.1%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)56.2%62.5%57.3%6.3 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)67.3%70.6%73.3%3.3 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.2%18.3%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration33.1%32.8%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Grant County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Grant County Primary Care Ratio Trails State and National Averages

Health data brief for Grant County, Washington.

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

Grant County has 40 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Mental health provider access is 265 per 100,000, roughly aligning with the national median of 250. The county reports an uninsured rate of 13.0%, which is higher than the 9.0% average across Washington and the 10% national average. According to health surveys, 21.9% of the population describes their health status as poor or fair, exceeding the national average of 17%. Life expectancy in the county is 76.8 years, slightly shorter than the national average of 77 years and below the state average of 78.1 years. These data points provide a statistical overview of health coverage and provider availability in the county. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology for more information on these metrics.

Get Care in Grant County, Washington

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.

Samaritan Hospital

ER
2/5
(509) 765-5606
801 East Wheeler Road, Moses Lake, WA 98837
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

Coulee Medical Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(509) 633-1753
411 Fortuyn Road, Grand Coulee, WA 99133
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Columbia Basin Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(509) 754-4631
200 Nat Washington Way, Ephrata, WA 98823
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

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 Grant County, WA?
Grant County has a health score of 41/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #35 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 Grant County?
Life expectancy in Grant County is 76.8 years. The Washington state average is 78.1 years, making Grant County below the state average.
How does Grant County health compare to the Washington average?
Grant County's health score of 41/100 is below the Washington average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 76.8 years vs. the state average of 78.1 years. The uninsured rate is 13.0% vs. 9.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Grant County?
Key health factors for Grant County include: life expectancy (76.8 years), uninsured rate (13.0%), and primary care physician access (40:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 265:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Grant County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 41/100 ("Below Average"), Grant County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Washington. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.8 years. 13.0% 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 Grant County?
Grant County's health score of 41/100 is below the Washington average of 65/100. The uninsured rate of 13.0% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.