Snohomish County Health Data

Snohomish County, Washington

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

84/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.3 yr

State avg 78.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

State avg 9.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

53

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

463

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

14.8%

State avg 17.5%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

11.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 53.4 per 100K

Dentists

7.9

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

5.5

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 Snohomish County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSnohomishState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity30.1%34.2%37.6%4.1 pts better than state
Diabetes8.3%9.2%11.2%0.9 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure27.6%29.1%33.5%1.5 pts better than state
Depression25.2%26.2%24.1%1.0 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureSnohomishState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking9.8%12.4%16.3%2.6 pts better than state
Binge Drinking16.7%18.1%17.8%1.4 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity17.4%19.6%27.0%2.2 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSnohomishState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup70.7%68.1%74.9%2.6 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)65.9%62.5%57.3%3.4 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.2%70.6%73.3%3.6 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureSnohomishState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.2%18.3%18.6%2.1 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration34.8%32.8%37.3%2.0 pts worse than state

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

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

Data Story

Snohomish County Uninsured Rate Is Lower Than State Levels

Health data brief for Snohomish County, Washington.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

Snohomish County reports an uninsured rate of 6.7%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 9.0% and the national average of 10%. Residents have an average life expectancy of 79.3 years, exceeding the state average of 78.1 years and the national average of 77 years. About 14.8% of adults report poor or fair health, which is a lower rate than the national average of 17%. Regarding healthcare access, the county has 53 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70. However, the mental health provider ratio is 463 per 100,000, which is higher than the national median of 250. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Snohomish 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.

Providence Regional Medical Center Everett

ER
4/5
(425) 261-2000
1321 Colby Avenue, Everett, WA 98201
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Church

Cascade Valley Hospital

ER
4/5
(360) 435-2133
330 S Stillaguamish Ave, Arlington, WA 98223
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Swedish Edmonds Hospital

ER
3/5
(425) 640-4000
21601 76th Avenue West, Edmonds, WA 98026
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Snohomish County, WA?
Snohomish County has a health score of 84/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #5 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 Snohomish County?
Life expectancy in Snohomish County is 79.3 years. The Washington state average is 78.1 years, making Snohomish County above the state average.
How does Snohomish County health compare to the Washington average?
Snohomish County's health score of 84/100 is above the Washington average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 79.3 years vs. the state average of 78.1 years. The uninsured rate is 6.7% vs. 9.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Snohomish County?
Key health factors for Snohomish County include: life expectancy (79.3 years), uninsured rate (6.7%), and primary care physician access (53:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 463:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Snohomish County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 84/100 ("Excellent"), Snohomish County is one of the healthier counties in Washington. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.3 years. 6.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Snohomish County healthier than the Washington average?
Snohomish County's health score of 84/100 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. Snohomish County has better primary care access (53:1 ratio) than the state average (66:1).

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.