Thurston County Health Data
Thurston County, Washington
Health Score
82/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
78.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.3 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
87
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
568
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Thurston County, Washington
Thurston County slightly above U.S. life expectancy
At 78.3 years, Thurston County residents live slightly longer than the U.S. average of 79.3 years—though the county still trails national benchmarks by about a year. The county's 14.4% poor or fair health rate beats the national average, reflecting better-than-typical chronic disease outcomes.
Strongest health outcomes in Washington
Thurston County's life expectancy of 78.3 years exceeds Washington's 78.1-year average, placing it among the healthiest counties in the state. Its 6.7% uninsured rate significantly beats the state's 9.0% average, showing strong insurance coverage across the population.
Top performer among peer counties
Thurston County's 78.3-year life expectancy ranks among the highest in its region, second only to Wahkiakum (79.7 years). Its 87 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 568 mental health providers per 100,000 represent strong healthcare infrastructure.
Robust healthcare access, excellent coverage
Thurston County offers robust healthcare infrastructure with 87 primary care physicians and 568 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—among the best ratios in Washington. With only 6.7% uninsured, most residents have reliable access to both preventive and specialty care.
Keep coverage strong in Thurston County
Thurston County leads Washington in insurance coverage, with just 6.7% uninsured, but staying covered requires attention. Visit Healthcare.gov or Washington's marketplace annually to confirm your plan still fits your needs and budget.
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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.