Mason County Health Data
Mason County, Washington
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
Data Story
About Health in Mason County, Washington
Mason County struggles with early mortality
Life expectancy in Mason County reaches only 76.6 years—nearly 5 years below the U.S. average and 1.5 years below Washington's state mean of 78.1 years. One in six residents (17.4%) report poor or fair health, and 10.4% lack health insurance, both figures exceeding national and state benchmarks. These trends point to economic hardship, limited healthcare access, and lifestyle risk factors.
Lower health outcomes signal deeper crises
Mason County ranks in the bottom third of Washington's 39 counties for life expectancy and health outcomes. Its 10.4% uninsured rate exceeds Washington's 9.0% average by 1.4 percentage points, and just 27 primary care providers per 100,000 residents create severe access constraints. The combination of uninsurance and provider shortage creates a double barrier.
Among the state's most healthcare-challenged counties
Mason's 76.6-year life expectancy trails Klickitat (79.4) and Kittitas (79.8) by roughly 3 years, and Kitsap (79.5) by nearly 3 years. Primary care availability at 27 per 100K matches Lincoln County as the state's lowest. Mental health providers at 279 per 100K offer minimal support given the county's health challenges and uninsured population.
Uninsurance and provider scarcity compound suffering
Mason's 10.4% uninsured rate—higher than state average—means roughly 1 in 10 residents face financial barriers to routine and emergency care. The county's 27 primary care providers per 100,000 residents is critically low, forcing long waits or referrals outside the county. Mental health support at 279 per 100K is limited, leaving behavioral health largely unaddressed for many residents.
Insurance is urgent and more affordable than you think
If you're among Mason County's 10.4% uninsured, health coverage is critical—visit Washington's health insurance marketplace now to explore subsidized plans; most low-income residents qualify for significant discounts. Coverage removes barriers to preventive care, prescriptions, and mental health support, protecting both your health and finances. Once insured, establish a primary care relationship even if it requires travel.
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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.