Overall Health Rating
Healthier than 74% of states in US
The Map AI Health Index is a score that reflects local life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and physical environment to help you quickly compare the overall health and well-being of different areas.
Healthiest and Least Healthy Counties in Washington
- King County (105% of U.S. avg)
- Whitman County (104% of U.S. avg)
- San Juan County (104% of U.S. avg)
- Adams County (98% of U.S. avg)
- Okanogan County (99% of U.S. avg)
- Pacific County (99% of U.S. avg)
Ranked by the Map AI Health Index, which combines life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and physical environment.
General Health Overview
| Metric | Washington | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 79.6 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Washington is 79.6 years, about 1.3 years longer than the US average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in Washington is 6.4%, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Washington | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 10.1% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.2% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.9% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 32.6% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 15.4% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Washington are about the same as in US.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Washington | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 16.4% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 20.3% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Washington is about 19% lower than in US.
Air Quality
| Metric | Washington | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 5.25 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 5.3 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Washington is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Washington has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Washington.
What is the health grade for Washington?
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Is Washington one of the healthiest states in US?
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What is the life expectancy in Washington?
The life expectancy in Washington is 79.6 years, higher than the US average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Washington residents are uninsured?
6.4% of Washington residents are uninsured, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
What percentage of Washington residents are obese?
32.6% of Washington residents are classified as obese, lower than the US average of 34.3%.