Skamania County Health Data

Skamania County, Washington

Health Score

83/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

82.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

82.5 yr

State avg 78.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.8%

State avg 9.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

174

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Skamania County, Washington

Skamania County leads nation on life expectancy

At 82.5 years, Skamania County residents live 4 years longer than the U.S. average of 78.5 years. With only 16.2% reporting poor or fair health, this small Columbia River county outpaces most American regions on longevity and health status.

Among Washington's healthiest counties

Skamania's 82.5-year life expectancy ranks in the state's top tier, exceeding Washington's 78.1-year average by 4.4 years. The county's low poor/fair health rate of 16.2% places it well above average statewide.

Outpaces surrounding Southwest Washington

Skamania's health outcomes significantly exceed neighboring Pacific County (76.1 years) and rival those of affluent western Washington communities. Primary care provider data is limited, but the county's strong health metrics suggest adequate access to care.

Good insurance coverage despite provider gaps

Only 6.8% of Skamania residents lack health insurance—well below the state average of 9%—ensuring most have coverage. While primary care provider numbers are unavailable, the county offers 174 mental health providers per 100,000, though this is below state norms.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Skamania County, WA?
Skamania County has a health score of 83/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #6 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 Skamania County?
Life expectancy in Skamania County is 82.5 years. The Washington state average is 78.1 years, making Skamania County above the state average.
How does Skamania County health compare to the Washington average?
Skamania County's health score of 83/100 is above the Washington average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 82.5 years vs. the state average of 78.1 years. The uninsured rate is 6.8% vs. 9.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Skamania County?
Key health factors for Skamania County include: life expectancy (82.5 years), uninsured rate (6.8%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 174:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Skamania County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 83/100 ("Excellent"), Skamania County is one of the healthier counties in Washington. Residents have a life expectancy of 82.5 years. 6.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Skamania County healthier than the Washington average?
Skamania County's health score of 83/100 exceeds the Washington average of 65/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.