Health Indicators
Public health indicators provide a measurable snapshot of community health status. They can identify and confirm health issues. They also help organizations focus on ways to improve health and well-being.
The following indicators are one way of looking at health trends in Multnomah County. They’re based on vital records data, and social and economic factors that affect health.
You can use this data to:
- Plan cultural health programs
- Develop policies
- Support grant applications and fund development
- Advocate
Data Dashboards
Multnomah County Health Department created these dashboards to share data with our communities. We worked with 11 community organizations to analyze and interpret these statistics.
Sources: Oregon Health Authority Vital Records, American Community Survey
Technical Notes
This technical guide provides a more detailed explanation of information included in our indicators
How we collect and use public health data is biased. For example, some populations are hidden in data that groups people together in broad categories.
We also need to understand community needs and social factors that affect health before taking steps to improve it.
Groups are welcome to join us in exploring ways to fill these gaps. To get involved, contact phi.ask@multco.us
Overdose Trends
Multnomah County overdose data dashboard
Multnomah County fentanyl deaths map
Oregon prescribing and drug overdose data dashboard
Climate & Environment
Climate and health data and reports
Homeless Deaths
See more Domicile Unknown reports