Grand County Health Data

Grand County, Colorado

Health Score

80/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

83.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

83.9 yr

State avg 78.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.3%

State avg 9.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

57

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

182

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Grand County, Colorado

Grand County residents live longest in state

At 83.9 years, Grand County's life expectancy is nearly 5.6 years above the U.S. average of 78.3 years—among the highest in Colorado. Just 12.1% report poor or fair health, reflecting a community with strong longevity despite its rural character.

Colorado's longevity leader

Grand County's 83.9-year life expectancy crushes Colorado's 78.2-year state average by 5.7 years, ranking it at the top of Colorado counties. This exceptional outcome reflects both healthy living patterns and effective healthcare coordination in the region.

Outpaces nearby mountain communities

Grand's 83.9-year life expectancy beats Gunnison (82.9 years) and significantly outperforms lower-elevation neighbors like Huerfano (72.5 years). The county's 12.1% poor/fair health rate ranks among Colorado's best.

Strong providers, moderate uninsured rate

Grand County has 57 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and an exceptional 182 mental health providers per 100,000, supporting robust mental health care. At 10.3% uninsured, the county sits slightly above Colorado's 9.7% state average, leaving room to improve coverage equity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Grand County, CO?
Grand County has a health score of 80/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #16 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 Grand County?
Life expectancy in Grand County is 83.9 years. The Colorado state average is 78.2 years, making Grand County above the state average.
How does Grand County health compare to the Colorado average?
Grand County's health score of 80/100 is above the Colorado average of 63/100. Life expectancy is 83.9 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 10.3% vs. 9.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Grand County?
Key health factors for Grand County include: life expectancy (83.9 years), uninsured rate (10.3%), and primary care physician access (57:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 182:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Grand County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 80/100 ("Excellent"), Grand County is one of the healthier counties in Colorado. Residents have a life expectancy of 83.9 years. 10.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Grand County healthier than the Colorado average?
Grand County's health score of 80/100 exceeds the Colorado average of 63/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Grand County has better primary care access (57:1 ratio) than the state average (70:1).

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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.