Yavapai County Health Data

Yavapai County, Arizona

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

48/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.4 yr

State avg 74.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.1%

State avg 14.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

55

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

222

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.6%

State avg 21.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

24.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 55.3 per 100K

Dentists

8.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

17.4

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Yavapai County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureYavapaiState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity27.6%33.7%37.6%6.1 pts better than state
Diabetes8.0%11.0%11.2%3.0 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure27.0%30.6%33.5%3.6 pts better than state
Depression21.6%20.9%24.1%0.7 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureYavapaiState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking12.9%14.7%16.3%1.8 pts better than state
Binge Drinking18.9%16.5%17.8%2.4 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity19.9%24.4%27.0%4.5 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureYavapaiState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup69.6%70.4%74.9%0.8 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)60.4%54.0%57.3%6.4 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)61.4%66.5%73.3%5.1 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureYavapaiState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.8%17.7%18.6%0.9 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration34.2%37.5%37.3%3.3 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Yavapai County nationally on dental visit (past year).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Yavapai County reports lower health distress than national average

Health data brief for Yavapai County, Arizona.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Yavapai County, 16.6% of residents report poor or fair health, placing the county slightly below the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate is 16.1%, which is higher than the Arizona average of 14.0% and the national average of 10%. Life expectancy is 76.4 years, exceeding the state average of 74.0 years but slightly lower than the national average of 77 years. Access to care includes 55 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 70, and 222 mental health providers per 100,000, which is closer to the national median of 250. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Yavapai County, Arizona

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Va Northern Arizona Healthcare System

ER
5/5
(928) 445-4860
500 Highway 89 North, Prescott, AZ 86313
Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationVeterans Health Administration

Verde Valley Medical Center

ER
4/5
(928) 773-2357
269 South Candy Lane, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Yavapai Regional Medical Center

ER
2/5
(928) 445-2700
1003 Willow Creek Road, Prescott, AZ 86301
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Yavapai County, AZ?
Yavapai County has a health score of 48/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #4 out of 15 counties in Arizona (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Yavapai County?
Life expectancy in Yavapai County is 76.4 years. The Arizona state average is 74.0 years, making Yavapai County above the state average.
How does Yavapai County health compare to the Arizona average?
Yavapai County's health score of 48/100 is above the Arizona average of 35/100. Life expectancy is 76.4 years vs. the state average of 74.0 years. The uninsured rate is 16.1% vs. 14.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Yavapai County?
Key health factors for Yavapai County include: life expectancy (76.4 years), uninsured rate (16.1%), and primary care physician access (55:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 222:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Yavapai County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 48/100 ("Below Average"), Yavapai County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Arizona. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.4 years. 16.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Yavapai County healthier than the Arizona average?
Yavapai County's health score of 48/100 exceeds the Arizona average of 35/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.