Inyo County Health Data

Inyo County, California

Health Score

68/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

State avg 78.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

State avg 7.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

69

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

545

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Inyo County, California

Inyo balances national health trends

Inyo County's life expectancy of 76.6 years matches the U.S. average, and its 16.8% poor/fair health rate is slightly below the national 18%, suggesting a relatively healthy population. The county performs roughly in line with national norms.

Close to California's health standard

At 76.6 years, Inyo's life expectancy falls short of California's 78.5-year average by 1.9 years but ranks in the middle tier of this group. Its 16.8% poor/fair health rate is one of the better rates among these eight counties.

Strong mental health, adequate primary care

Inyo's 69 primary care providers per 100,000 exceed Glenn County (17 per 100K) and Imperial County (25 per 100K), offering better access to routine care. With 545 mental health providers per 100K, Inyo ranks second only to Humboldt County, showing strength in behavioral health infrastructure.

Good coverage, solid provider density

Inyo's 7.3% uninsured rate nearly matches California's 7.2% average, meaning most residents have insurance protection. At 69 primary care providers per 100,000 and 545 mental health providers per 100K, Inyo residents enjoy better access to care than many rural peers.

Inyo: maintain your coverage

While Inyo's coverage rates are solid, roughly 1 in 14 residents still lack insurance amid the county's geographic isolation. Check CoveredCA.com to review your plan and ensure you're protected year-round.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Inyo County, CA?
Inyo County has a health score of 68/100, rated "Average." It ranks #29 out of 58 counties in California (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 Inyo County?
Life expectancy in Inyo County is 76.6 years. The California state average is 78.5 years, making Inyo County below the state average.
How does Inyo County health compare to the California average?
Inyo County's health score of 68/100 is above the California average of 67/100. Life expectancy is 76.6 years vs. the state average of 78.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.3% vs. 7.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Inyo County?
Key health factors for Inyo County include: life expectancy (76.6 years), uninsured rate (7.3%), and primary care physician access (69:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 545:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Inyo County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 68/100 ("Average"), Inyo County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in California. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.6 years. 7.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Inyo County healthier than the California average?
Inyo County's health score of 68/100 exceeds the California average of 67/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Inyo County has better primary care access (69:1 ratio) than the state average (69:1).

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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.