Pacific County Health Data
Pacific County, Washington
Health Score
53/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
76.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.1 yr
State avg 78.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.9%
State avg 9.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
21
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
512
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Pacific County, Washington
Pacific County lags behind national health
At 76.1 years, Pacific County's life expectancy falls 2.4 years below the U.S. average of 78.5 years. Nearly 19% of residents report poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17.9%, signaling higher chronic disease burden in this Southwest Washington community.
Below average among Washington counties
Pacific County ranks in the lower half statewide for life expectancy, trailing Washington's 78.1-year average by 2 years. The county's 18.7% poor/fair health rate exceeds most peer counties in the state, reflecting persistent health challenges.
Struggles compared to regional peers
Neighboring Thurston and Lewis counties both outperform Pacific on life expectancy metrics. Pacific's primary care provider density of 21 per 100,000 is less than half the regional average, creating real barriers to preventive and routine care access.
Insurance gaps and provider scarcity
Nearly 10% of Pacific County residents lack health insurance, slightly above Washington's 9% state average. With only 21 primary care doctors per 100,000 people, residents often face long waits and travel times for basic medical services.
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If you're among the 1 in 10 uninsured Pacific County residents, now's the time to explore your options. Visit Healthcare.gov or contact a local enrollment assistant to find a plan that works for your family and budget.
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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.