Klickitat County Health Data

Klickitat County, Washington

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

63/100

Average

Life Expectancy

79.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.4 yr

State avg 78.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.7%

State avg 9.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

56

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

191

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.8%

State avg 17.5%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

21.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 56.2 per 100K

Dentists

4.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

26.0

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 Klickitat County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureKlickitatState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity32.7%34.2%37.6%1.5 pts better than state
Diabetes8.7%9.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure26.8%29.1%33.5%2.3 pts better than state
Depression25.7%26.2%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureKlickitatState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking12.4%12.4%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking18.7%18.1%17.8%0.6 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity18.8%19.6%27.0%0.8 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureKlickitatState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup66.3%68.1%74.9%1.8 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)59.2%62.5%57.3%3.3 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)71.0%70.6%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureKlickitatState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.3%18.3%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration33.3%32.8%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Klickitat 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

Klickitat County Records Poor or Fair Health Rate Higher Than Average

Health data brief for Klickitat County, Washington.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

Data indicates that 18.8% of residents in Klickitat County report being in poor or fair health, a rate higher than the national average of 17%. The county’s uninsured rate is 9.7%, which sits above the Washington state average of 9.0% but just below the 10% national average. Life expectancy in the county is 79.4 years, while the state average is 78.1 years and the national average is 77 years. Provider counts show 56 primary care providers per 100,000 people, compared to the national median of 70. There are 191 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, below the national median of 250 per 100,000. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Klickitat 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.

Skyline Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(509) 491-1101
211 Skyline Drive, White Salmon, WA 98672
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Klickitat Valley Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(509) 773-4022
310 South Roosevelt, Goldendale, WA 98620
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 Klickitat County, WA?
Klickitat County has a health score of 63/100, rated "Average." It ranks #25 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 Klickitat County?
Life expectancy in Klickitat County is 79.4 years. The Washington state average is 78.1 years, making Klickitat County above the state average.
How does Klickitat County health compare to the Washington average?
Klickitat County's health score of 63/100 is below the Washington average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 79.4 years vs. the state average of 78.1 years. The uninsured rate is 9.7% vs. 9.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Klickitat County?
Key health factors for Klickitat County include: life expectancy (79.4 years), uninsured rate (9.7%), and primary care physician access (56:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 191:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Klickitat County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 63/100 ("Average"), Klickitat County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Washington. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.4 years. 9.7% 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 Klickitat County?
Klickitat County's health score of 63/100 is below the Washington average of 65/100. 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.