Fremont County Health Data

Fremont County, Colorado

Health Score

57/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.5 yr

State avg 78.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.7%

State avg 9.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

394

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Fremont County, Colorado

Fremont County faces nation's health challenges

At 75.5 years, Fremont County has the lowest life expectancy in this analysis—3.4 years below the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The 17.4% poor or fair health rate ranks among Colorado's worst, signaling concentrated health disadvantage.

Colorado's unhealthiest county

Fremont County's 75.5-year life expectancy is the lowest in Colorado, trailing the state average of 78.2 by 2.7 years. The county faces acute health disparities requiring targeted intervention.

Worst outcomes in rural southwest region

Fremont County residents live 4.2 years less than Dolores County (78.5) and 4.5 years less than Garfield County (80.0). Its 17.4% poor/fair health rate dramatically exceeds nearby counties, reflecting concentrated socioeconomic stress.

Limited primary care, emerging mental health services

Fremont County has 46 primary care providers per 100K and 394 mental health providers per 100K, suggesting recent investment in behavioral health. With 8.7% uninsured—above the state average of 9.7%—healthcare access remains a barrier for many residents.

Fremont County: coverage critical to health

Nearly one in 11 Fremont residents lacks insurance in Colorado's unhealthiest county. Contact the Fremont County Department of Human Services or visit Connect for Health Colorado to secure Medicaid, marketplace plans, or community health center access.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Fremont County, CO?
Fremont County has a health score of 57/100, rated "Average." It ranks #38 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 Fremont County?
Life expectancy in Fremont County is 75.5 years. The Colorado state average is 78.2 years, making Fremont County below the state average.
How does Fremont County health compare to the Colorado average?
Fremont County's health score of 57/100 is below the Colorado average of 63/100. Life expectancy is 75.5 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 8.7% vs. 9.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Fremont County?
Key health factors for Fremont County include: life expectancy (75.5 years), uninsured rate (8.7%), and primary care physician access (46:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 394:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Fremont County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 57/100 ("Average"), Fremont County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Colorado. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.5 years. 8.7% 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 Fremont County?
Fremont County's health score of 57/100 is below the Colorado average of 63/100. 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.