Pend Oreille County Health Data

Pend Oreille County, Washington

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

54/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.9 yr

State avg 78.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

State avg 9.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

334

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.5%

State avg 17.5%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

29.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 57.6 per 100K

Dentists

29.0

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 Pend Oreille County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasurePend OreilleState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.6%34.2%37.6%4.4 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.3%9.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure29.3%29.1%33.5%near state average
Depression27.0%26.2%24.1%0.8 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasurePend OreilleState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.0%12.4%16.3%1.6 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking18.2%18.1%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity20.8%19.6%27.0%1.2 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasurePend OreilleState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup66.8%68.1%74.9%1.3 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)60.7%62.5%57.3%1.8 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)70.8%70.6%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasurePend OreilleState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.7%18.3%18.6%1.4 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration32.3%32.8%37.3%near state average

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

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

Data Story

Pend Oreille Life Expectancy Lower Than State and National Averages

Health data brief for Pend Oreille County, Washington.

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

Residents of Pend Oreille County have an average life expectancy of 72.9 years. This is shorter than the Washington state average of 78.1 years and the national average of 77 years. The county's uninsured rate is 7.7%, which is lower than the state average of 9.0% and the national average of 10%. In terms of healthcare access, there are 58 primary care providers per 100,000 people, below the national median of 70. However, the mental health provider ratio of 334 per 100,000 is higher than the national median of 250. About 16.5% of residents report poor or fair health, a rate that is nearly identical to the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Pend Oreille 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.

Newport Community Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(509) 447-2441
714 West Pine Street, Newport, WA 99156
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 Pend Oreille County, WA?
Pend Oreille County has a health score of 54/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #30 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 Pend Oreille County?
Life expectancy in Pend Oreille County is 72.9 years. The Washington state average is 78.1 years, making Pend Oreille County below the state average.
How does Pend Oreille County health compare to the Washington average?
Pend Oreille County's health score of 54/100 is below the Washington average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 72.9 years vs. the state average of 78.1 years. The uninsured rate is 7.7% vs. 9.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Pend Oreille County?
Key health factors for Pend Oreille County include: life expectancy (72.9 years), uninsured rate (7.7%), and primary care physician access (58:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 334:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Pend Oreille County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 54/100 ("Below Average"), Pend Oreille County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Washington. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.9 years. 7.7% 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 Pend Oreille County?
Pend Oreille County's health score of 54/100 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.