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Red is bad, green is good, blue is not statistically different/neutral.

Compared to Distribution

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an indicator guage with the arrow in the yellow the value is in the 2nd worst quarter of communities.

an indicator guage with the arrow in the red the value is in the worst quarter of communities.

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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green chart bars Significantly better than the overall value

red chart bars Significantly worse than the overall value

dark blue chart bars Significantly different than the overall value

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County: Washington

Community / Demographics

Value
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County: Washington

Community / Demographics

Value
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County: Washington All-Age Birth Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington All-Age Birth Rate

58.9
Live births per 1,000 females aged 15-44
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (56.1), Washington has a value of 58.9.
MD Value
(56.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (58.9) is less  than the previously measured value (64.5).
Prior Value
(64.5)
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, 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.
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County: Washington Foreign Born Persons

Current Value:

County: Washington Foreign Born Persons

5.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (15.7%), Washington has a value of 5.6%.
MD Value
(15.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Washington has a value of 5.6%.
US Value
(13.7%)
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.
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County: Washington Population Age 18 to 24

Current Value:

County: Washington Population Age 18 to 24

13,624
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (13,624) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12,500).
Prior Value
(12,500)
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.
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County: Washington Veteran Population

Current Value:

County: Washington Veteran Population

7.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (7.2%), Washington has a value of 7.3%.
MD Value
(7.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.6%), Washington has a value of 7.3%.
US Value
(6.6%)
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.
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County: Washington

Community / Public Safety

Value
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County: Washington

Community / Public Safety

Value
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County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Motor Vehicle Traffic Collisions

11.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 11.2 which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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 14.0.
MD Counties
(2014-2018)
The distribution is based on data from 21 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 11.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.2.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,266 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (9.0), Washington has a value of 11.2 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(9.0)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.4), Washington has a value of 11.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (11.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.3).
Prior Value
(11.3)
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.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (10.1), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(10.1)
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County: Washington Traffic Stops

Current Value:

County: Washington Traffic Stops

9,804
Traffic Stop
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (9,804) is greater  than the previously measured value (9,758).
Prior Value
(9,758)
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.
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County: Washington

Community / Transportation

Value
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County: Washington

Community / Transportation

Value
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County: Washington Households without a Vehicle

Current Value:

County: Washington Households without a Vehicle

7.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 7.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.3% 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.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 7.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.7%), Washington has a value of 7.9% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(8.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.3%), Washington has a value of 7.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.3%)
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.
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County: Washington Mean Travel Time to Work

Current Value:

County: Washington Mean Travel Time to Work

29.7
Minutes
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 29.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.5.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 29.7 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 27.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,131 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (32.0), Washington has a value of 29.7 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(32.0)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (26.7), Washington has a value of 29.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(26.7)
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.
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County: Washington Workers Commuting by Public Transportation

Current Value:
1.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 1.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 1.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 1.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 0.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.1%.
U.S. Counties
(2015-2019)
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (5.5%), Washington has a value of 1.3% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(5.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.8%), Washington has a value of 1.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(3.8%)
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.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.3%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.3%)
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County: Washington Workers who Bike to Work

Current Value:

County: Washington Workers who Bike to Work

0.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 0.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 0.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (0.3%), Washington has a value of 0.3%.
MD Value
(0.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (0.5%), Washington has a value of 0.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(0.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Washington Workers who Drive Alone to Work

Current Value:

County: Washington Workers who Drive Alone to Work

76.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 76.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 76.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 78.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 76.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 79.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 82.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (68.2%), Washington has a value of 76.8% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(68.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (71.7%), Washington has a value of 76.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(71.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Washington Workers who Walk to Work

Current Value:

County: Washington Workers who Walk to Work

1.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 1.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 1.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 1.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 1.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 2.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 1.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (1.9%), Washington has a value of 1.4% which is lower and worse.
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 1.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Washington

Economy / Housing & Homes

Value
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County: Washington

Economy / Housing & Homes

Value
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County: Washington Overcrowded Households

Current Value:

County: Washington Overcrowded Households

1.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 1.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (2.4%), Washington has a value of 1.8% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.4%), Washington has a value of 1.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(3.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is staying the same.
Trend
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County: Washington Renters Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Rent

45.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 45.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 50.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 52.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 45.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 44.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 49.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (50.4%), Washington has a value of 45.8% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(50.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (49.9%), Washington has a value of 45.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(49.9%)
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.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.5%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.5%)
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County: Washington

Economy / Income

Value
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County: Washington

Economy / Income

Value
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County: Washington Median Household Income

Current Value:

County: Washington Median Household Income

$73,017
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of $73,017 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $87,513 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $66,350.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of $73,017 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $60,831 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $52,521.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value ($98,461), Washington has a value of $73,017 which is lower and worse.
MD Value
($98,461)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value ($75,149), Washington has a value of $73,017 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($75,149)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Washington Per Capita Income

Current Value:

County: Washington Per Capita Income

$36,528
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of $36,528 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $47,290 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $36,857.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of $36,528 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $32,340 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $28,112.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value ($49,865), Washington has a value of $36,528 which is lower and worse.
MD Value
($49,865)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value ($41,261), Washington has a value of $36,528 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($41,261)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Washington

Economy / Poverty

Value
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County: Washington

Economy / Poverty

Value
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County: Washington Children Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
16.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 16.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 16.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (11.8%), Washington has a value of 16.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(11.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (16.7%), Washington has a value of 16.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(16.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
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County: Washington Families Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
8.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 8.6% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.3% 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 8.6% 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 12.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,104 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.2%), Washington has a value of 8.6% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(6.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.8%), Washington has a value of 8.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Washington People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
8.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 8.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.7% 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 8.4% 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 12.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.5%), Washington has a value of 8.4% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(8.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.0%), Washington has a value of 8.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
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County: Washington People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level (Count)

Current Value:
2,217
People
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
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County: Washington People Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
12.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 12.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 12.3% which is in the best 50% 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 17.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (9.3%), Washington has a value of 12.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(9.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.5%), Washington has a value of 12.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.5%)
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.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (8.0%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.0%)
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County: Washington Young Children Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
17.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 17.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.7%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 17.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 27.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,131 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (12.3%), Washington has a value of 17.7% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(12.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.1%), Washington has a value of 17.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(18.1%)
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.
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County: Washington Youth not in School or Working

Current Value:

County: Washington Youth not in School or Working

1.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 1.1% 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 2.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 1.1% 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 2.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,130 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (1.6%), Washington has a value of 1.1% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(1.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.8%), Washington has a value of 1.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(1.8%)
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.
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County: Washington

Education / Educational Attainment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Education / Educational Attainment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington College Enrollment

Current Value:

County: Washington College Enrollment

19.7%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (19.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (22.5%).
Prior Value
(22.5%)
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.
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County: Washington People 18-24 by Educational Attainment

Current Value:
13,624
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (13,624) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12,500).
Prior Value
(12,500)
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.
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County: Washington People 25+ by Educational Attainment

Current Value:
108,430
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (108,430) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (108,974).
Prior Value
(108,974)
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.
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County: Washington People 25+ with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher

Current Value:
23.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 23.0% which is in the worst 25% 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 25.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 23.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 20.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 16.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (42.2%), Washington has a value of 23.0% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(42.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (34.3%), Washington has a value of 23.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(34.3%)
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.
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County: Washington People 25+ with a High School Diploma or Higher

Current Value:
88.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 88.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 91.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 88.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 88.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (91.0%), Washington has a value of 88.4% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(91.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (89.1%), Washington has a value of 88.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(89.1%)
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.
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County: Washington Veterans with a High School Diploma or Higher

Current Value:
92.4%
(2018-2022)
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 95.1% 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 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 91.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (95.4%), Washington has a value of 92.4% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(95.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (95.0%), Washington has a value of 92.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(95.0%)
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.
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County: Washington

Environmental Health / Built Environment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Environmental Health / Built Environment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Access to Parks

Current Value:

County: Washington Access to Parks

0.5%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 0.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 0.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (73.9%), Washington has a value of 0.5% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(73.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (0.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.5%).
Prior Value
(0.5%)
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.
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County: Washington

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults who Binge Drink

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults who Binge Drink

15.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 15.3% 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 17.0%.
MD Counties
(2020)
The distribution is based on data from 21 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (14.1%), Washington has a value of 15.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(14.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (15.4%), Washington has a value of 15.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(15.4%)
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 (15.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (17.9%).
Prior Value
(17.9%)
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.
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County: Washington Age-Adjusted Drug and Opioid-Involved Overdose Death Rate

64.6
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 64.6 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 43.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 50.7.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 23 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 64.6 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,303 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (39.9), Washington has a value of 64.6 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(39.9)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (23.5), Washington has a value of 64.6 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(23.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (64.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (55.0).
Prior Value
(55.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
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County: Washington Death Rate due to Drug Poisoning

Current Value:
63.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 63.0 which is in the worst 25% 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 51.3.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 63.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,899 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (43.1), Washington has a value of 63.0 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(43.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (27.2), Washington has a value of 63.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(27.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (20.7), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(20.7)
<div>SU-03: Reduce drug overdose deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>
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County: Washington

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cancer

Current Value:
161.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 161.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 156.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 172.8.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 161.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 162.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 179.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,085 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (148.9), Washington has a value of 161.7 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(148.9)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (149.4), Washington has a value of 161.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(149.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (161.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (162.3).
Prior Value
(162.3)
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.
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)
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County: Washington Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Lung Cancer

Current Value:
41.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 41.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 38.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 44.5.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 41.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 50.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,752 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (33.5), Washington has a value of 41.0 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(33.5)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (35.0), Washington has a value of 41.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(35.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (41.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (41.5).
Prior Value
(41.5)
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.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.1), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.1)
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County: Washington All Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington All Cancer Incidence Rate

472.7
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 472.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 471.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 502.6.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 472.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 455.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 485.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,693 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (449.7), Washington has a value of 472.7 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(449.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (442.3), Washington has a value of 472.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(442.3)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (472.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (477.7).
Prior Value
(477.7)
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
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County: Washington Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

137.6
Cases per 100,000 females
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 137.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 129.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 140.1.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 137.6 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 122.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 133.5.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,478 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (133.2), Washington has a value of 137.6 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(133.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (127.0), Washington has a value of 137.6 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(127.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (137.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (138.4).
Prior Value
(138.4)
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 increasing significantly.
Trend
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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.
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County: Washington Colorectal Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
38.3
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 38.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 37.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 39.0.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 38.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 40.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 46.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,401 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (35.2), Washington has a value of 38.3 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(35.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (36.5), Washington has a value of 38.3 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(36.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (38.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (37.8).
Prior Value
(37.8)
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.
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County: Washington Lung and Bronchus Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
67.5
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 67.5 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 59.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 66.6.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 67.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 63.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 74.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,471 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (51.8), Washington has a value of 67.5 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(51.8)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (54.0), Washington has a value of 67.5 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(54.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (67.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (67.1).
Prior Value
(67.1)
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 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.
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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.
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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.
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County: Washington Oral Cavity and Pharynx Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
16.0
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 16.0 which is in the worst 25% 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 13.7.
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 worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,706 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (11.1), Washington has a value of 16.0 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(11.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.9), Washington has a value of 16.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(11.9)
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 (14.2).
Prior Value
(14.2)
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 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.
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County: Washington Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

107.2
Cases per 100,000 males
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 107.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 129.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 141.5.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 107.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 107.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 125.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,500 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (135.7), Washington has a value of 107.2 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(135.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (110.5), Washington has a value of 107.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(110.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (107.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (105.2).
Prior Value
(105.2)
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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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County: Washington

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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County: Washington

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

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
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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
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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
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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
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County: Washington Persons with Health Insurance

Current Value:

County: Washington Persons with Health Insurance

93.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 93.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 93.4% 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 93.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (93.0%), Washington has a value of 93.2% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(93.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (93.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (93.7%).
Prior Value
(93.7%)
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 (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>
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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.
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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.
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County: Washington Preventable Hospital Stays: Medicare Population

Current Value:
3,219.0
Discharges per 100,000 Medicare enrollees
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 3,219.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,330.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2,853.5.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 3,219.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,729.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3,374.5.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (2,547.0), Washington has a value of 3,219.0 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(2,547.0)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (2,677.0), Washington has a value of 3,219.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(2,677.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (3,219.0) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (2,958.0).
Prior Value
(2,958.0)
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.
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County: Washington

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

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.
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County: Washington

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

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.
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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.
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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.
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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%)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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County: Washington

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

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
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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
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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
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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>
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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>
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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
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County: Washington Preterm Births

Current Value:

County: Washington Preterm Births

10.9%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 10.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (10.3%), Washington has a value of 10.9% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(10.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.0%), Washington has a value of 10.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.0%)
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 (10.9%) is less and better than the previously measured value (11.1%).
Prior Value
(11.1%)
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.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (9.4%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(9.4%)
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County: Washington

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

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>
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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.
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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.
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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.
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County: Washington

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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 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 (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
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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
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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
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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
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County: Washington

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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>
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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.
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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.
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County: Washington

Health / Tobacco Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Tobacco Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults who Smoke

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults who Smoke

15.9%
(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 13.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 21 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (10.1%), Washington has a value of 15.9% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(10.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.4%), Washington has a value of 15.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(14.4%)
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 (15.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (25.3%).
Prior Value
(25.3%)
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.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (15.5%), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(15.5%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the proportion of adults who currently smoke to 15.5%.</span></div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (6.1%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(6.1%)
<div>TU-02: Reduce current cigarette smoking in adults <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>
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County: Washington

Health / Weight Status

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Weight Status

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults Who Are Obese

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults Who Are Obese

38.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 38.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 36.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 39.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (34.1%), Washington has a value of 38.4% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(34.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (33.9%), Washington has a value of 38.4% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(33.9%)
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 (38.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (38.2%).
Prior Value
(38.2%)
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.
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County: Washington Adults who are Overweight or Obese

Current Value:
74.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 74.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 69.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 74.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (67.6%), Washington has a value of 74.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(67.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (68.3%), Washington has a value of 74.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(68.3%)
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 (74.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (24.2%).
Prior Value
(24.2%)
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.
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County: Washington

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Self-Reported General Health Assessment: Good or Better

84.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 84.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 85.5% 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 and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (86.9%), Washington has a value of 84.6% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(86.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (84.6%), Washington has a value of 84.6%.
US Value
(84.6%)
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 (84.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (84.3%).
Prior Value
(84.3%)
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.
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County: Washington Self-Reported Good Physical Health

Current Value:
78.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 78.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 76.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 75.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (78.9%), Washington has a value of 78.4% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(78.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (78.4%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (76.0%).
Prior Value
(76.0%)
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.
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