Mason County Health Data

Mason County, Washington

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

57/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

State avg 78.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

State avg 9.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

27

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

279

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.4%

State avg 17.5%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

9.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 26.6 per 100K

Dentists

3.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

9.0

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 Mason County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMasonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity35.8%34.2%37.6%1.6 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.2%9.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure29.7%29.1%33.5%0.6 pts worse than state
Depression26.9%26.2%24.1%0.7 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMasonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.3%12.4%16.3%0.9 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking19.1%18.1%17.8%1.0 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity19.8%19.6%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMasonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup67.6%68.1%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)61.4%62.5%57.3%1.1 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)70.5%70.6%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureMasonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.0%18.3%18.6%0.7 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration34.1%32.8%37.3%1.3 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Mason County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Mason County Life Expectancy Trails Washington State Average

Health data brief for Mason County, Washington.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Mason County is 76.6 years, which is shorter than the Washington state average of 78.1 years and the national average of 77 years. The county has 27 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, well below the national median of 70 per 100,000. Mental health provider numbers show 279 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national median of 250. The uninsured rate is 10.4%, exceeding both the state average of 9.0% and the 10% national average. Additionally, 17.4% of residents report poor or fair health, compared to the 17% national average. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Mason 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.

Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics

ER
2/5
(360) 426-1611
901 Mt View Drive, Shelton, WA 98584
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 Mason County, WA?
Mason County has a health score of 57/100, rated "Average." It ranks #29 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 Mason County?
Life expectancy in Mason County is 76.6 years. The Washington state average is 78.1 years, making Mason County below the state average.
How does Mason County health compare to the Washington average?
Mason County's health score of 57/100 is below the Washington average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 76.6 years vs. the state average of 78.1 years. The uninsured rate is 10.4% vs. 9.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Mason County?
Key health factors for Mason County include: life expectancy (76.6 years), uninsured rate (10.4%), and primary care physician access (27:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 279:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Mason County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 57/100 ("Average"), Mason County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Washington. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.6 years. 10.4% 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 Mason County?
Mason County's health score of 57/100 is below the Washington average of 65/100. The uninsured rate of 10.4% 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.