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Compared to Target

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Compared to a Single Value

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Trend

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Compared to Prior Value

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County: Washington

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Middle School Students who Use Alcohol: Past 30 Days

Current Value:
4.7%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 4.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.9%), Washington has a value of 4.7% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(6.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (4.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.8%).
Prior Value
(7.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Middle School Students who Use Marijuana

Current Value:
4.3%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 4.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (3.8%), Washington has a value of 4.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(3.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (4.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (5.6%).
Prior Value
(5.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults with Cancer

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults with Cancer

7.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 7.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 7.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (7.0%), Washington has a value of 7.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Adults with Cancer (Non-Skin) or Melanoma

Current Value:
9.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 9.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 9.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (8.2%), Washington has a value of 9.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(8.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Breast Cancer

Current Value:
22.9
Deaths per 100,000 females
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 22.9 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.7.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 23 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 22.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,778 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (20.0), Washington has a value of 22.9 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(20.0)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (19.3), Washington has a value of 22.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(19.3)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (22.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.5).
Prior Value
(21.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (15.3), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(15.3)

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cancer

Current Value:
160.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 160.2 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 152.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 169.2.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 160.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 162.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 179.7.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,080 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (141.7), Washington has a value of 160.2 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(141.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (146.0), Washington has a value of 160.2 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(146.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (160.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (161.7).
Prior Value
(161.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (147.4), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(147.4)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the overall cancer death rate to 147.4 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (122.7), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(122.7)

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Colorectal Cancer

Current Value:
14.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 14.7 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.7.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 14.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.5.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,180 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (12.7), Washington has a value of 14.7 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(12.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.9), Washington has a value of 14.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (14.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.7).
Prior Value
(15.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (8.9), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.9)

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Lung Cancer

Current Value:
36.9
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 36.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 34.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 41.4.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 36.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 40.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 48.9.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,746 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (29.9), Washington has a value of 36.9 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(29.9)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (32.4), Washington has a value of 36.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(32.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (36.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (41.0).
Prior Value
(41.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.1), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.1)

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Prostate Cancer

Current Value:
17.5
Deaths per 100,000 males
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 17.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.5.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,612 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (19.9), Washington has a value of 17.5 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(19.9)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (19.0), Washington has a value of 17.5 which is lower and better.
US Value
(19.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (17.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.2).
Prior Value
(15.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (16.9), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(16.9)

County: Washington All Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington All Cancer Incidence Rate

454.6
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 454.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 479.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 494.7.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 454.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 459.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 492.2.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,931 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (446.8), Washington has a value of 454.6 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(446.8)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (444.4), Washington has a value of 454.6 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(444.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (454.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (472.7).
Prior Value
(472.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

134.7
Cases per 100,000 females
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 134.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 134.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 139.6.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 134.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 125.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 137.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,712 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (135.5), Washington has a value of 134.7 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(135.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (129.8), Washington has a value of 134.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(129.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (134.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (137.6).
Prior Value
(137.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Cancer: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Washington Cancer: Medicare Population

11.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 11.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 11.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (12.0%), Washington has a value of 11.0% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0%), Washington has a value of 11.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (11.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.0%).
Prior Value
(11.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Cervical Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Cervical Cancer Incidence Rate

8.3
Cases per 100,000 females
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 8.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.0.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 727 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.4), Washington has a value of 8.3 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(6.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.5), Washington has a value of 8.3 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(7.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (8.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (8.0).
Prior Value
(8.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Cervical Cancer Screening: 21-65

Current Value:
84.1%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 84.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 84.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 84.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 81.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 79.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (82.8%), Washington has a value of 84.1% which is higher and better.
US Value
(82.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Colon Cancer Screening

Current Value:

County: Washington Colon Cancer Screening

65.8%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 65.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 67.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 65.7%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 65.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 64.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 61.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (66.4%), Washington has a value of 65.8% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(66.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Colon Cancer Screening: USPSTF Recommendation

Current Value:
63.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 63.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 68.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 66.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 63.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 64.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 61.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (66.3%), Washington has a value of 63.2% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(66.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Colorectal Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
34.8
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 34.8 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 35.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.9.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 34.8 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 39.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 46.2.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,613 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (35.2), Washington has a value of 34.8 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(35.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (36.4), Washington has a value of 34.8 which is lower and better.
US Value
(36.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (34.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (38.3).
Prior Value
(38.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Lung and Bronchus Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
60.9
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 60.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 59.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 63.4.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 60.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 62.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 73.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,711 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (50.0), Washington has a value of 60.9 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(50.0)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (53.1), Washington has a value of 60.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(53.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (60.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (67.5).
Prior Value
(67.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Mammogram in Past 2 Years: 50+

Current Value:

County: Washington Mammogram in Past 2 Years: 50+

17.5%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 17.5% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 81.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.1%.
MD Counties
(2018)
The distribution is based on data from 23 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (18.2%), Washington has a value of 17.5% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(18.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (17.5%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (77.0%).
Prior Value
(77.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Mammogram in Past 2 Years: 50-74

Current Value:
75.1%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 75.1% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 80.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 75.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 74.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 71.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (76.5%), Washington has a value of 75.1% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(76.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (80.3%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(80.3%)

County: Washington Mammography Screening: Medicare Population

Current Value:
43.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 43.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 48.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 45.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 43.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 45.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 40.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,123 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (47.0%), Washington has a value of 43.0% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(47.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (47.0%), Washington has a value of 43.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(47.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (43.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (42.0%).
Prior Value
(42.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Oral Cavity and Pharynx Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
16.9
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 16.9 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.7.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 16.9 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,869 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (11.1), Washington has a value of 16.9 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(11.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0), Washington has a value of 16.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (16.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (16.0).
Prior Value
(16.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

100.4
Cases per 100,000 males
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 100.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 131.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 143.0.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 100.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 110.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 127.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,728 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (136.4), Washington has a value of 100.4 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(136.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (113.2), Washington has a value of 100.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(113.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (100.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (107.2).
Prior Value
(107.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Children's Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Children's Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Child Mortality Rate: Under 20

Current Value:

County: Washington Child Mortality Rate: Under 20

53.7
Deaths per 100,000 population under 20
(2018-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 53.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 44.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 57.5.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 23 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 53.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 58.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 74.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,038 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (50.3), Washington has a value of 53.7 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(50.3)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.6), Washington has a value of 53.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(50.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults with Diabetes

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults with Diabetes

12.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 12.7% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 23 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (9.8%), Washington has a value of 12.7% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(9.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.9%), Washington has a value of 12.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Washington (12.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.3%).
Prior Value
(10.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults with Prediabetes

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults with Prediabetes

13.0%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 13.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (13.5%), Washington has a value of 13.0% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(13.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Diabetes

Current Value:
34.8
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (22.7), Washington has a value of 34.8 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(22.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.8), Washington has a value of 34.8 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(24.8 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (34.8) is less and better than the previously measured value (37.2).
Prior Value
(37.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Diabetes

Current Value:
297.1
ER Visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 297.1 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 279.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 313.5.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (243.7), Washington has a value of 297.1 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(243.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (297.1) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (281.9).
Prior Value
(281.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (186.3), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(186.3)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to diabetes to 186.3 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Washington Diabetes: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Washington Diabetes: Medicare Population

30.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 30.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 28.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 30.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (27.0%), Washington has a value of 30.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(27.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.0%), Washington has a value of 30.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(24.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (30.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (30.0%).
Prior Value
(30.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Diabetic Monitoring: Medicare Population

Current Value:
87.4%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 87.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 88.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 86.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 87.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 88.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,097 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (87.4%), Washington has a value of 87.4%.
MD Value
(87.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (87.5%), Washington has a value of 87.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(87.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (87.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (87.5%).
Prior Value
(87.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults with Disability Living in Poverty

Current Value:
28.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 28.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 28.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (21.2%), Washington has a value of 28.2% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(21.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.9%), Washington has a value of 28.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(24.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Children with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Washington Children with a Disability

7.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (4.3%), Washington has a value of 7.7%.
MD Value
(4.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.5%), Washington has a value of 7.7%.
US Value
(4.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Persons with a Cognitive Difficulty

Current Value:
7.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (4.7%), Washington has a value of 7.0%.
MD Value
(4.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.3%), Washington has a value of 7.0%.
US Value
(5.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Persons with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Washington Persons with a Disability

15.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (11.3%), Washington has a value of 15.3%.
MD Value
(11.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.9%), Washington has a value of 15.3%.
US Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Persons with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
3.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (2.8%), Washington has a value of 3.8%.
MD Value
(2.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.6%), Washington has a value of 3.8%.
US Value
(3.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Persons with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
2.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (2.2%), Washington has a value of 2.8%.
MD Value
(2.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.6%), Washington has a value of 2.8%.
US Value
(2.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Persons with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
2.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (1.9%), Washington has a value of 2.7%.
MD Value
(1.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Washington has a value of 2.7%.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Persons with an Ambulatory Difficulty

Current Value:
8.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (5.8%), Washington has a value of 8.0%.
MD Value
(5.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.7%), Washington has a value of 8.0%.
US Value
(6.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Veterans with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Washington Veterans with a Disability

27.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (23.5%), Washington has a value of 27.4%.
MD Value
(23.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (29.8%), Washington has a value of 27.4%.
US Value
(29.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington High School Students who are Sexually Active: last 3 months

0.2%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 0.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 0.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (0.2%), Washington has a value of 0.2%.
MD Value
(0.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (0.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.2%).
Prior Value
(0.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Teen Birth Rate: 15-19

Current Value:

County: Washington Teen Birth Rate: 15-19

15.9
Live births per 1,000 females aged 15-19
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 15.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.0.
MD Counties
(2020)
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (11.3), Washington has a value of 15.9 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(11.3)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.9), Washington has a value of 15.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics
Compared to the prior value, Washington (15.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (18.3).
Prior Value
(18.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (17.8), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(17.8)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the teen birth rate to 17.8 births per 1,000 females aged 15-19.</span></div>

County: Washington Teens who are Sexually Active

Current Value:

County: Washington Teens who are Sexually Active

28.6%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 28.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (24.7%), Washington has a value of 28.6% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(24.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (28.6%) is less and better than the previously measured value (33.4%).
Prior Value
(33.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Food Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Food Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Salmonella Infection Incidence Rate

Current Value:
13.2
Cases per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 13.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.1.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (11.6), Washington has a value of 13.2 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(11.6)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.8), Washington has a value of 13.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (13.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.2).
Prior Value
(13.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (11.5), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(11.5)

County: Washington

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adolescents who have had a Routine Checkup: Medicaid Population

47.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 47.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 47.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 42.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 22 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (49.2%), Washington has a value of 47.3% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(49.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (47.3%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (45.3%).
Prior Value
(45.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (57.4%), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(57.4%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of adolescents ages 13 to 20 years old who have had an annual wellness checkup to 57.4%. </span></div>

County: Washington Adults Unable to Afford to See a Doctor

Current Value:
9.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 9.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.3%.
MD Counties
(2016)
The distribution is based on data from 21 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (9.3%), Washington has a value of 9.5% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(9.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.7%), Washington has a value of 9.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(8.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Washington (9.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.7%).
Prior Value
(13.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults who have had a Routine Checkup

Current Value:
84.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 84.5% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 87.1%.
MD Counties
(2019)
The distribution is based on data from 20 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (88.6%), Washington has a value of 84.5% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(88.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (88.4%), Washington has a value of 84.5% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(88.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Washington (84.5%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (88.2%).
Prior Value
(88.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults who have had a Routine Checkup

Current Value:
77.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 77.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 77.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 76.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 77.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 77.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 74.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (76.1%), Washington has a value of 77.2% which is higher and better.
US Value
(76.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Adults with Health Insurance

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults with Health Insurance

89.4%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 89.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 90.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 86.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 828 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (91.8%), Washington has a value of 89.4% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(91.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (88.7%), Washington has a value of 89.4% which is higher and better.
US Value
(88.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (89.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (91.8%).
Prior Value
(91.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults without Health Insurance

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults without Health Insurance

8.1%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 8.1% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 8.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (10.8%), Washington has a value of 8.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Children with Health Insurance

Current Value:

County: Washington Children with Health Insurance

92.5%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 92.5% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 96.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 93.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 828 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (95.8%), Washington has a value of 92.5% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(95.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (94.9%), Washington has a value of 92.5% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(94.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (92.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (94.3%).
Prior Value
(94.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Medicare Healthcare Costs

Current Value:

County: Washington Medicare Healthcare Costs

$9,740
Dollars per enrollee
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value ($9,328), Washington has a value of $9,740.
MD Value
($9,328)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value ($9,729), Washington has a value of $9,740.
US Value
($9,729)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington ($9,740) is greater  than the previously measured value ($9,343).
Prior Value
($9,343)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Non-Physician Primary Care Provider Rate

Current Value:
137
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 137 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 116 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 137 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 65.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (137), Washington has a value of 137.
MD Value
(137)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (137) is greater and better than the previously measured value (129).
Prior Value
(129)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Persons with Health Insurance

Current Value:

County: Washington Persons with Health Insurance

92.4%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 92.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 93.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 92.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 92.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 90.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 86.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (93.2%), Washington has a value of 92.4% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(93.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (92.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (93.2%).
Prior Value
(93.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (92.4%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(92.4%)
<div>AHS-01: Increase the proportion of people with health insurance <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Washington Persons with Private Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
47.8%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (58.8%), Washington has a value of 47.8%.
MD Value
(58.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (54.8%), Washington has a value of 47.8%.
US Value
(54.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (47.8%) is greater  than the previously measured value (45.7%).
Prior Value
(45.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Persons with Public Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
27.5%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (21.1%), Washington has a value of 27.5%.
MD Value
(21.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.8%), Washington has a value of 27.5%.
US Value
(24.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (27.5%) is less  than the previously measured value (31.4%).
Prior Value
(31.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Preventable Hospital Stays: Medicare Population

Current Value:
3,219
Discharges per 100,000 Medicare enrollees
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 3,219 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,330 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2,854.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 3,219 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,729 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3,375.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (2,547), Washington has a value of 3,219 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(2,547)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (2,677), Washington has a value of 3,219 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(2,677)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (3,219) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (2,958).
Prior Value
(2,958)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Primary Care Provider Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Primary Care Provider Rate

55
Providers per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 55 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 54 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 38.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 55 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 47 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 29.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,984 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (85), Washington has a value of 55 which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(85)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (55) is less and worse than the previously measured value (56).
Prior Value
(56)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Uninsured Emergency Department Visits

Current Value:
6.6%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 6.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.6%), Washington has a value of 6.6% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(8.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (6.6%) is less and better than the previously measured value (7.3%).
Prior Value
(7.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (14.7%), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(14.7%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to decrease the proportion of Emergency Department visits from persons without health insurance to 14.7%</span></div>

County: Washington

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Households with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:
85.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 85.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 85.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 79.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (90.7%), Washington has a value of 85.9% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(90.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (88.5%), Washington has a value of 85.9% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(88.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Households with One or More Types of Computing Devices

Current Value:
92.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 92.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 91.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 92.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 91.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 88.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (95.3%), Washington has a value of 92.2% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(95.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (94.0%), Washington has a value of 92.2% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(94.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Persons with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:
89.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 89.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 91.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 88.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 89.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 87.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (93.0%), Washington has a value of 89.3% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(93.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (91.0%), Washington has a value of 89.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(91.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults who Experienced a Stroke

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults who Experienced a Stroke

3.7%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 3.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 3.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (3.6%), Washington has a value of 3.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Adults who Experienced Coronary Heart Disease

Current Value:
7.3%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 7.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 7.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (6.8%), Washington has a value of 7.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Adults who Have Taken Medications for High Blood Pressure

77.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 77.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 78.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 77.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 80.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,066 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (78.2%), Washington has a value of 77.2% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(78.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cerebrovascular Disease (Stroke)

32.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 32.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 43.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 62.0.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 21 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (45.5), Washington has a value of 32.0 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(45.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (38.8), Washington has a value of 32.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(38.8 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (32.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (38.1).
Prior Value
(38.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (33.4), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(33.4)

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Heart Attack

Current Value:
47.4
Deaths per 100,000 population 35+ years
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 47.4 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 47.6.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 47.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 61.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 87.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,101 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (42.4), Washington has a value of 47.4 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(42.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (47.4) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (45.5).
Prior Value
(45.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Heart Disease

Current Value:
193.8
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 193.8 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 172.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 228.2.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (160.1), Washington has a value of 193.8 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(160.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (165.0), Washington has a value of 193.8 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(165.0 in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (193.8) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (193.2).
Prior Value
(193.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (166.3), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(166.3)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the heart disease death rate to 166.3 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Washington Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Hypertension

Current Value:
318.1
ER Visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 318.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 380.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 458.6.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (351.2), Washington has a value of 318.1 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(351.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (318.1) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (226.1).
Prior Value
(226.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (234.0), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(234.0)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to hypertension to 234.0 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Heart Attack

Current Value:
22.2
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 35+ years
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 22.2 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.7.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (19.2), Washington has a value of 22.2 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(19.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (22.2) is less and better than the previously measured value (26.6).
Prior Value
(26.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Atrial Fibrillation: Medicare Population

Current Value:
14.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 14.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 14.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (13.0%), Washington has a value of 14.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(13.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.0%), Washington has a value of 14.0%.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (14.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (14.0%).
Prior Value
(14.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Cholesterol Test History

Current Value:

County: Washington Cholesterol Test History

85.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 85.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 88.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 86.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 85.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 84.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 82.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,066 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (86.4%), Washington has a value of 85.2% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(86.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Heart Failure: Medicare Population

Current Value:
9.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 9.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 9.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (9.0%), Washington has a value of 9.0%.
MD Value
(9.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Washington has a value of 9.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (9.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (8.0%).
Prior Value
(8.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington High Blood Pressure Prevalence

Current Value:

County: Washington High Blood Pressure Prevalence

38.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 38.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 33.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 36.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (32.0%), Washington has a value of 38.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(32.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (32.4%), Washington has a value of 38.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(32.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Washington (38.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (32.7%).
Prior Value
(32.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (41.9%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(41.9%)

County: Washington High Cholesterol Prevalence

Current Value:

County: Washington High Cholesterol Prevalence

36.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 36.1% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 32.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (33.5%), Washington has a value of 36.1% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(33.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (35.7%), Washington has a value of 36.1% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(35.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Washington (36.1%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (24.3%).
Prior Value
(24.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington High Cholesterol Prevalence: Past 5 Years

Current Value:
34.6%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 34.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 34.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.7%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 34.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 35.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 37.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (33.6%), Washington has a value of 34.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(33.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Hyperlipidemia: Medicare Population

Current Value:
72.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 72.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 70.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 72.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 72.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 63.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 67.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (69.0%), Washington has a value of 72.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(69.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (65.0%), Washington has a value of 72.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (72.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (71.0%).
Prior Value
(71.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Hypertension: Medicare Population

Current Value:
71.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 71.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 70.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 72.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 71.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 67.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 71.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (68.0%), Washington has a value of 71.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(68.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (65.0%), Washington has a value of 71.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (71.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (71.0%).
Prior Value
(71.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Ischemic Heart Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
21.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 21.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 21.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (20.0%), Washington has a value of 21.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(20.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.0%), Washington has a value of 21.0%.
US Value
(21.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (21.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.0%).
Prior Value
(21.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Stroke: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Washington Stroke: Medicare Population

7.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 7.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 7.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.0%), Washington has a value of 7.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Washington has a value of 7.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (7.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.0%).
Prior Value
(7.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults 65+ with Influenza Vaccination

Current Value:
42.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 42.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 47.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 41.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (49.8%), Washington has a value of 42.8% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(49.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (68.6%), Washington has a value of 42.8% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(68.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Washington (42.8%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (65.4%).
Prior Value
(65.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults 65+ with Pneumonia Vaccination

Current Value:
37.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 37.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 35.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 31.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (33.2%), Washington has a value of 37.1% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(33.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (71.0%), Washington has a value of 37.1% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(71.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Washington (37.1%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (77.5%).
Prior Value
(77.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Influenza and Pneumonia

Current Value:
14.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (12.4), Washington has a value of 14.2 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(12.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.4), Washington has a value of 14.2 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (14.2) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (13.4).
Prior Value
(13.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington COVID-19 Daily Average Case-Fatality Rate

Current Value:
0.0
Deaths per 100 cases
(Mar 3, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 0.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.7.
MD Counties
(Feb 17, 2023)
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 0.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.3.
U.S. Counties
(Mar 25, 2022)
The distribution is based on data from 2,811 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (1.8), Washington has a value of 0.0 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(1.8)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.7), Washington has a value of 0.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(1.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (0.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (3.5).
Prior Value
(3.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington COVID-19 Daily Average Incidence Rate

Current Value:
4.31
Cases per 100,000 population
(Mar 3, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 4.31 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.83 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.58.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 4.31 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.84 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.01.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.38), Washington has a value of 4.31 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(6.38)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.97), Washington has a value of 4.31 which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.97)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (4.31) is less and better than the previously measured value (5.23).
Prior Value
(5.23)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Flu Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
53.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 53.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 53.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 45.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 53.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 43.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 36.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (54.0%), Washington has a value of 53.0% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(54.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.0%), Washington has a value of 53.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(50.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (53.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (53.0%).
Prior Value
(53.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Persons Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Current Value:
62.1%
(May 10, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 62.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 71.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 61.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 62.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 52.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 44.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,125 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (62.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (62.1%).
Prior Value
(62.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Pneumonia Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
9.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 9.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 8.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 7.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 9.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 5.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.0%), Washington has a value of 9.0% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.0%), Washington has a value of 9.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (9.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (8.0%).
Prior Value
(8.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Tuberculosis Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Tuberculosis Incidence Rate

0.7
Cases per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 0.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.9.
MD Counties
(2018)
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (2.4), Washington has a value of 0.7 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(2.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.2), Washington has a value of 0.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(2.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (0.7) is less and better than the previously measured value (1.3).
Prior Value
(1.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (1.4), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(1.4)

County: Washington

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Babies with Low Birthweight

Current Value:

County: Washington Babies with Low Birthweight

10.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 10.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 23 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.9%), Washington has a value of 10.4% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(8.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.5%), Washington has a value of 10.4% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(8.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (10.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.4%).
Prior Value
(10.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (8.0%), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(8.0%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the proportion of births that are low weight to 8.0%.</span></div>

County: Washington Babies with Very Low Birthweight

Current Value:
1.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (1.6%), Washington has a value of 1.9% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(1.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.4%), Washington has a value of 1.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(1.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (1.9%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (1.8%).
Prior Value
(1.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Infant Mortality Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Infant Mortality Rate

5.3
Deaths per 1,000 live births
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (5.7), Washington has a value of 5.3 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(5.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.4), Washington has a value of 5.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(5.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (5.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (7.9).
Prior Value
(7.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (6.3), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(6.3)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the infant mortality rate to 6.3 deaths per 1,000 live births. </span></div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.0), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.0)
<div>MICH-02: Reduce the rate of infant deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Washington Mothers who Received Early Prenatal Care

Current Value:
68.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 68.5% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 75.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 70.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (69.1%), Washington has a value of 68.5% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(69.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (78.3%), Washington has a value of 68.5% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(78.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (68.5%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (70.2%).
Prior Value
(70.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (66.9%), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(66.9%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of pregnant women who receive prenatal care beginning in the first trimester to 66.9%.</span></div>

County: Washington Mothers who Received Late or No Prenatal Care

Current Value:
5.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 5.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.2%), Washington has a value of 5.7% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(6.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Washington has a value of 5.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(6.0% in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (5.7%) is less and better than the previously measured value (6.2%).
Prior Value
(6.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Perinatal Deaths

Current Value:

County: Washington Perinatal Deaths

5.9
Per 1,000 live births plus fetal deaths of 28 or more weeks gestation
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 5.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.4.
MD Counties
(2019)
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.5), Washington has a value of 5.9 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(6.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (5.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (9.6).
Prior Value
(9.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Preterm Births

Current Value:

County: Washington Preterm Births

11.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 11.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.1%.
MD Counties
(2019)
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (10.7%), Washington has a value of 11.2% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(10.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.5%), Washington has a value of 11.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (11.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.2%).
Prior Value
(11.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (9.4%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(9.4%)

County: Washington Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Rate

Current Value:
0.7
Deaths per 1,000 live births
(2013-2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 0.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.1.
MD Counties
(2011-2015)
The distribution is based on data from 22 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (0.5), Washington has a value of 0.7 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(0.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (0.9), Washington has a value of 0.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(0.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (0.7) is less and better than the previously measured value (1.7).
Prior Value
(1.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (0.86), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(0.86)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the sudden unexpected infant death rate to .86 deaths per 1,000 live births.</span></div>

County: Washington

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adequate Social and Emotional Support in the Past 12 Months: Middle School Students

29.6%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 29.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 30.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 28.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (30.9%), Washington has a value of 29.6% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(30.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (29.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (32.1%).
Prior Value
(32.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adequate Social and Emotional Support: Middle School Students

82.9%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 82.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 82.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (81.8%), Washington has a value of 82.9% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(81.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (82.9%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (89.5%).
Prior Value
(89.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults Ever Diagnosed with Depression

Current Value:
24.6%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 24.6% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.7%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 24.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 25.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (20.7%), Washington has a value of 24.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(20.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Suicide

Current Value:
15.8
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (9.7), Washington has a value of 15.8 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(9.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.5), Washington has a value of 15.8 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.5 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (15.8) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (14.5).
Prior Value
(14.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (9.0), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(9.0)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to decrease the suicide rate to 9.0 deaths per 100,000 population.</span></div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (12.8), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(12.8)
<div>MHMD-01: Reduce the suicide rate <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Washington Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Mental Health

Current Value:
5,410.8
ER Visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 5,410.8 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4,213.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7,635.3.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (4,291.5), Washington has a value of 5,410.8 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(4,291.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (5,410.8) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (3,511.1).
Prior Value
(3,511.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (3,152.6), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(3,152.6)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to mental health conditions to 3152.6 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Washington Depression: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Washington Depression: Medicare Population

19.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 19.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 19.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (16.0%), Washington has a value of 19.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (16.0%), Washington has a value of 19.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (19.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (19.0%).
Prior Value
(19.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Frequent Mental Distress

Current Value:

County: Washington Frequent Mental Distress

15.1%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 15.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.7%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 15.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (12.1%), Washington has a value of 15.1% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(12.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.0%), Washington has a value of 15.1% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (15.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (14.6%).
Prior Value
(14.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Washington High School Students who Plan to Attempt Suicide

Current Value:
16.3%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 16.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (15.4%), Washington has a value of 16.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(15.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (16.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.8%).
Prior Value
(15.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Mental Health Provider Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Mental Health Provider Rate

305
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 305 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 269 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 221.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 305 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 137 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 62.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,956 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (343), Washington has a value of 305 which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(343)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (305) is greater and better than the previously measured value (283).
Prior Value
(283)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Poor Mental Health: 14+ Days

Current Value:

County: Washington Poor Mental Health: 14+ Days

17.6%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 17.6% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 17.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (15.8%), Washington has a value of 17.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(15.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Poor Mental Health: Average Number of Days

Current Value:
5.3
Days
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 5.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.4.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 5.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (4.4), Washington has a value of 5.3 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(4.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.8), Washington has a value of 5.3 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(4.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (5.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.7).
Prior Value
(4.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Self-Reported Good Mental Health

Current Value:
65.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 65.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 65.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 61.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (66.0%), Washington has a value of 65.7% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(66.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (65.7%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (74.6%).
Prior Value
(74.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Social and Emotional Support: Middle School Students

Current Value:
51.7%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 51.7% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 55.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 53.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (56.2%), Washington has a value of 51.7% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(56.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (51.7%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (61.4%).
Prior Value
(61.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Life Expectancy

Current Value:

County: Washington Life Expectancy

75.1
Years
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 75.1 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 77.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 75.0.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 75.1 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 75.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 73.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,070 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (78.0), Washington has a value of 75.1 which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(78.0)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (77.6), Washington has a value of 75.1 which is lower and worse.
US Value
(77.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Premature Death

Current Value:

County: Washington Premature Death

10,125.0
Years per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 10,125.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8,354.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9,893.2.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 10,125.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9,469.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11,769.2.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,886 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (7,921.4), Washington has a value of 10,125.0 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(7,921.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (7,971.5), Washington has a value of 10,125.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(7,971.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington

Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Teens who do not Eat Fruit or Drink Fruit Juice: High School Students

9.4%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 9.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.4%), Washington has a value of 9.4% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(8.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (9.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.5%).
Prior Value
(9.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Teens who do not Eat Vegetables: High School Students

Current Value:
9.3%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 9.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (9.5%), Washington has a value of 9.3% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(9.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (9.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.3%).
Prior Value
(9.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults 65+ who Received Recommended Preventive Services: Females

42.3%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 42.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 42.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 37.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 42.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 36.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 33.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (37.9%), Washington has a value of 42.3% which is higher and better.
US Value
(37.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Adults 65+ who Received Recommended Preventive Services: Males

46.4%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 46.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 46.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 44.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 46.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 42.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 39.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (43.7%), Washington has a value of 46.4% which is higher and better.
US Value
(43.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Adults 65+ with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults 65+ with a Disability

32.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (29.9%), Washington has a value of 32.7%.
MD Value
(29.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (33.3%), Washington has a value of 32.7%.
US Value
(33.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults 65+ with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
13.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (10.9%), Washington has a value of 13.4%.
MD Value
(10.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Washington has a value of 13.4%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults 65+ with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
6.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (6.9%), Washington has a value of 6.7%.
MD Value
(6.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.4%), Washington has a value of 6.7%.
US Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults 65+ with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
5.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (5.1%), Washington has a value of 5.7%.
MD Value
(5.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Washington has a value of 5.7%.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults 65+ with an Independent Living Difficulty

Current Value:
12.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (12.9%), Washington has a value of 12.4%.
MD Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.6%), Washington has a value of 12.4%.
US Value
(13.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate Related to Alzheimer's and Other Dementias

544.0
Hospitalizations per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 544.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 470.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 544.0.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (515.5), Washington has a value of 544.0 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(515.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (544.0) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (159.6).
Prior Value
(159.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (199.4), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(199.4)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of hospitalizations related to Alzheimer's and other dementias to 199.4 hospitalizations per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Washington Alzheimer's Disease or Dementia: Medicare Population

Current Value:
6.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
U.S. Counties
(2021)
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (7.0%), Washington has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Washington has a value of 6.0%.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (6.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (6.0%).
Prior Value
(6.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults 65+ with Total Tooth Loss

Current Value:
19.1%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 19.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.4%.
MD Counties
(2014)
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (11.0%), Washington has a value of 19.1% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(11.0% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.9%), Washington has a value of 19.1% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Washington (19.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.2%).
Prior Value
(15.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults who Visited a Dentist

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults who Visited a Dentist

64.7%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 64.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 66.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 62.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (65.3%), Washington has a value of 64.7% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(65.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (66.7%), Washington has a value of 64.7% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(66.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Washington (64.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (64.7%).
Prior Value
(64.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults with No Tooth Extractions

Current Value:
59.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 59.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 60.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 56.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (63.6%), Washington has a value of 59.9% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(63.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (59.8%), Washington has a value of 59.9% which is higher and better.
US Value
(59.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Washington (59.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (59.9%).
Prior Value
(59.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Age-Adjusted ER Visit Rate due to Dental Problems

Current Value:
511.1
ER Visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 511.1 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 476.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 811.2.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (362.7), Washington has a value of 511.1 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(362.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (511.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (703.6).
Prior Value
(703.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (792.8), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(792.8)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to dental problems to 792.8 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Washington Children who Visited a Dentist

Current Value:

County: Washington Children who Visited a Dentist

45.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 45.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 54.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 51.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (56.3%), Washington has a value of 45.9% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(56.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (45.9%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (42.8%).
Prior Value
(42.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (64.6%), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(64.6%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of individuals receiving dental care to 64.6%.</span></div>

County: Washington Dentist Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Dentist Rate

56
Dentists per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 56 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 66 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 53.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 56 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 43 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 27.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,054 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (81), Washington has a value of 56 which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(81)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (56) is less and worse than the previously measured value (57).
Prior Value
(57)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults with Arthritis

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults with Arthritis

32.6%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 32.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 32.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 31.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (26.6%), Washington has a value of 32.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(26.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Adults with Kidney Disease

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults with Kidney Disease

3.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 3.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 3.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (3.1%), Washington has a value of 3.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Chronic Kidney Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
16.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 16.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 16.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (17.0%), Washington has a value of 16.0% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(17.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.0%), Washington has a value of 16.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(18.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (16.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (16.0%).
Prior Value
(16.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Osteoporosis: Medicare Population

Current Value:
9.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 9.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 9.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (11.0%), Washington has a value of 9.0% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Washington has a value of 9.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (9.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.0%).
Prior Value
(9.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis: Medicare Population

39.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 39.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 37.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 39.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 35.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (36.0%), Washington has a value of 39.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(36.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (35.0%), Washington has a value of 39.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(35.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (39.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (38.0%).
Prior Value
(38.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Physical Activity

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Physical Activity

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults 20+ who are Sedentary

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults 20+ who are Sedentary

25.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 25.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 25.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (25.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (25.4%).
Prior Value
(25.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults Engaging in Regular Physical Activity

Current Value:
52.2%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 52.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 51.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 48.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (51.8%), Washington has a value of 52.2% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(51.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (23.2%), Washington has a value of 52.2% which is higher and better.
US Value
(23.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Washington (52.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (50.5%).
Prior Value
(50.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (29.7%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(29.7%)
<div>PA-05: Increase the proportion of adults who do enough aerobic and muscle-strengthening activity <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Washington High School Students who were Physically Active

Current Value:
42.7%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 42.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 41.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 36.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (38.5%), Washington has a value of 42.7% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(38.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (42.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (40.7%).
Prior Value
(40.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Prevention & Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Prevention & Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Firearms

Current Value:
11.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 11.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,083 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (12.4), Washington has a value of 11.3 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(12.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0), Washington has a value of 11.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (11.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.4).
Prior Value
(10.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (10.7), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(10.7)

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Unintentional Injuries

Current Value:
82.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (45.1), Washington has a value of 82.2 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(45.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (57.6), Washington has a value of 82.2 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(57.6 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (82.2) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (65.4).
Prior Value
(65.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (43.2), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(43.2)

County: Washington

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults with Asthma

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults with Asthma

17.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 17.8% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 22 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (14.8%), Washington has a value of 17.8% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(14.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.9%), Washington has a value of 17.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(14.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Washington (17.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.7%).
Prior Value
(15.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults with COPD

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults with COPD

7.9%
Percent of adults
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 7.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 7.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (6.8%), Washington has a value of 7.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Adults with Current Asthma

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults with Current Asthma

12.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 12.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 12.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (9.9%), Washington has a value of 12.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(9.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Chronic Lower Respiratory Diseases

43.1
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 43.1 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 34.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 48.9.
MD Counties
(2018-2020)
The distribution is based on data from 20 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (23.8), Washington has a value of 43.1 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(23.8)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (36.4), Washington has a value of 43.1 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(36.4 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Washington (43.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (52.0).
Prior Value
(52.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Asthma

Current Value:
66.0
ER visits per 10,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 66.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 67.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 79.6.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (68.4), Washington has a value of 66.0 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(68.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (66.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (77.8).
Prior Value
(77.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (62.5), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(62.5)
<div>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to asthma to 62.5 emergency room visits per 10,000 population.</div>

County: Washington Asthma: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Washington Asthma: Medicare Population

8.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 8.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 8.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (7.0%), Washington has a value of 8.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.0%), Washington has a value of 8.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (8.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (8.0%).
Prior Value
(8.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington COPD: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Washington COPD: Medicare Population

14.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 14.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 14.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (10.0%), Washington has a value of 14.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(10.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Washington has a value of 14.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (14.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (14.0%).
Prior Value
(14.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Chlamydia Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Chlamydia Incidence Rate

425.5
Cases per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 425.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 333.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 484.1.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 425.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 294.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 467.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (506.7), Washington has a value of 425.5 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(506.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (495.0), Washington has a value of 425.5 which is lower and better.
US Value
(495.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (425.5) is less and better than the previously measured value (469.4).
Prior Value
(469.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (431.0), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(431.0)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the chlamydia incidence rate to 431.0 cases per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Washington Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

154.9
Cases per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 154.9 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 77.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 146.7.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 154.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 79.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 169.5.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (181.1), Washington has a value of 154.9 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(181.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (194.4), Washington has a value of 154.9 which is lower and better.
US Value
(194.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (154.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (215.8).
Prior Value
(215.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington HIV Diagnosis Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington HIV Diagnosis Rate

5.3
Cases per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (14.3), Washington has a value of 5.3 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(14.3)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.3), Washington has a value of 5.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.3)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (5.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (9.1).
Prior Value
(9.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington HIV Prevalence Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington HIV Prevalence Rate

355.3
Cases per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (643.8), Washington has a value of 355.3.
MD Value
(643.8)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (386.6), Washington has a value of 355.3.
US Value
(386.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (355.3) is less  than the previously measured value (371.8).
Prior Value
(371.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Syphilis Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Syphilis Incidence Rate

4.5
Cases per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 4.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.8.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (12.7), Washington has a value of 4.5 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(12.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (17.7), Washington has a value of 4.5 which is lower and better.
US Value
(17.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (4.5) is less and better than the previously measured value (24.5).
Prior Value
(24.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.