Stevens County Health Data

Stevens County, Washington

Health Score

65/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.9 yr

State avg 78.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.8%

State avg 9.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

70

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

481

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Stevens County, Washington

Stevens County trails national life expectancy

At 76.9 years, Stevens County residents live about 2.4 years less than the U.S. average of 79.3 years. The county's 17.4% poor or fair health rate matches the national average, suggesting comparable chronic disease burden across the population.

Below-average health outcomes in Washington

Stevens County's life expectancy of 76.9 years ranks below Washington's 78.1-year average, placing it in the lower half of the state's health rankings. The county's uninsured rate of 7.8% beats the state average of 9.0%, indicating slightly better insurance coverage.

Healthier than Yakima, less healthy than Whatcom

Stevens County's 76.9-year life expectancy falls between Yakima County (75.0 years) and Whatcom County (79.6 years), showing moderate health outcomes for the region. Its primary care provider rate of 70 per 100,000 is below Walla Walla's 101 per 100,000, suggesting potential access challenges.

Mental health services outpace primary care access

Stevens County has 481 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—a strong resource for behavioral health—but only 70 primary care physicians per 100,000, below the regional average. With 7.8% of residents uninsured, most of the population has coverage, but finding a routine care appointment may require travel or patience.

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Even though Stevens County's uninsured rate is better than state average, 7.8% of residents still lack coverage. Check Healthcare.gov or Washington's health insurance marketplace to see what plans are available—enrollment periods happen yearly and special circumstances may qualify you anytime.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Stevens County, WA?
Stevens County has a health score of 65/100, rated "Average." It ranks #22 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 Stevens County?
Life expectancy in Stevens County is 76.9 years. The Washington state average is 78.1 years, making Stevens County below the state average.
How does Stevens County health compare to the Washington average?
Stevens County's health score of 65/100 is above the Washington average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 76.9 years vs. the state average of 78.1 years. The uninsured rate is 7.8% vs. 9.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Stevens County?
Key health factors for Stevens County include: life expectancy (76.9 years), uninsured rate (7.8%), and primary care physician access (70:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 481:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Stevens County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 65/100 ("Average"), Stevens County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Washington. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.9 years. 7.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Stevens County healthier than the Washington average?
Stevens County's health score of 65/100 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.