Alamosa County Health Data

Alamosa County, Colorado

Health Score

34/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.0 yr

State avg 78.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.8%

State avg 9.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

73

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

1513

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Alamosa County, Colorado

Alamosa faces one of Colorado's biggest gaps

At 73.0 years, Alamosa County has the lowest life expectancy among these eight counties—about 6.3 years below the U.S. average of 79.3 years. More than 1 in 5 Alamosa residents (21.2%) report poor or fair health, among the highest rates nationally and well above the 16.7% U.S. average.

Alamosa's health outcomes rank well below state

Alamosa's 73.0-year life expectancy trails Colorado's 78.2-year average by 5.2 years, placing it in Colorado's most health-challenged counties. The county's 10.8% uninsured rate exceeds the state average of 9.7%, adding financial barriers to the health challenges residents already face.

Alamosa lags similar rural Colorado counties

Compared to Archuleta County (79.6 years) just south, Alamosa's 73.0-year life expectancy represents a striking 6.6-year gap despite both being rural mountain regions. Alamosa does have more mental health providers (1,513 per 100K) than nearly any county in the state, though this strength hasn't yet translated into better overall health outcomes.

Rural Alamosa struggles with provider shortages

With 73 primary care providers per 100K, Alamosa has decent primary care density, yet residents still report difficulty accessing timely appointments and specialists. The combination of an aging population, high poverty rates, and limited behavioral health integration likely contributes to the county's poor health ratings and life expectancy crisis.

Alamosa residents: explore coverage now

Nearly 1 in 10 Alamosa residents (10.8%) lacks health insurance, making preventive care even harder to access. Colorado's marketplace offers subsidies for families earning up to 400% of poverty level—visit CoverColorado.com to see if you qualify for Medicaid or plan discounts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Alamosa County, CO?
Alamosa County has a health score of 34/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #58 out of 64 counties in Colorado (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 Alamosa County?
Life expectancy in Alamosa County is 73.0 years. The Colorado state average is 78.2 years, making Alamosa County below the state average.
How does Alamosa County health compare to the Colorado average?
Alamosa County's health score of 34/100 is below the Colorado average of 63/100. Life expectancy is 73.0 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 10.8% vs. 9.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Alamosa County?
Key health factors for Alamosa County include: life expectancy (73.0 years), uninsured rate (10.8%), and primary care physician access (73:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 1,513:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Alamosa County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 34/100 ("Below Average"), Alamosa County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Colorado. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.0 years. 10.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Alamosa County?
Alamosa County's health score of 34/100 is below the Colorado average of 63/100. The uninsured rate of 10.8% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.