Gunnison County Health Data
Gunnison County, Colorado
Health Score
91/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
82.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
82.9 yr
State avg 78.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
State avg 9.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
87
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
300
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Gunnison County, Colorado
Gunnison County outpaces national health
Gunnison residents live 82.9 years on average—4.6 years longer than the U.S. average of 78.3 years. Just 10.7% report poor or fair health, the best rate among these eight counties and a sign of genuine wellness advantage.
Second-best life expectancy in Colorado
At 82.9 years, Gunnison County beats Colorado's 78.2-year state average by 4.7 years and ranks near the top of all Colorado counties. The county's 10.7% poor/fair health rate is among the state's lowest, reflecting strong prevention and primary care.
Mountain rival to Grand County's dominance
Gunnison's 82.9-year life expectancy trails only Grand County (83.9 years) among nearby mountain communities and significantly outperforms lower-elevation peers like Huerfano (72.5 years). The county's 10.7% poor/fair health rate is the healthiest in this analysis.
Best provider access in the group
Gunnison leads with 87 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and an outstanding 300 mental health providers per 100,000—the highest mental health capacity here. Just 6.9% of residents lack health insurance, well below Colorado's 9.7% average.
Maintain leadership on healthcare access
Gunnison's strong coverage rate and exceptional provider network show residents are prioritizing health security. Check Colorado's marketplace annually to ensure your plan still meets your needs and your family stays protected.
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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.