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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Pacific County, WA?
Pacific County has a health score of 53/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #31 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 Pacific County?
Life expectancy in Pacific County is 76.1 years. The Washington state average is 78.1 years, making Pacific County below the state average.
How does Pacific County health compare to the Washington average?
Pacific County's health score of 53/100 is below the Washington average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 76.1 years vs. the state average of 78.1 years. The uninsured rate is 9.9% vs. 9.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Pacific County?
Key health factors for Pacific County include: life expectancy (76.1 years), uninsured rate (9.9%), and primary care physician access (21:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 512:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Pacific County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 53/100 ("Below Average"), Pacific County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Washington. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.1 years. 9.9% 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 Pacific County?
Pacific County's health score of 53/100 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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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.