Mineral County Health Data
Mineral County, Colorado
Health Score
76/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
Pending
Uninsured Rate
8.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
N/A
Uninsured Rate
8.4%
State avg 9.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
108
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Data Story
About Health in Mineral County, Colorado
Mineral County's health standing nationally
While national life expectancy data is limited for Mineral County, the county's poor/fair health rate of 13.5% sits below the U.S. average of roughly 18%, suggesting residents report better overall health than the typical American. This positions Mineral County favorably in the national conversation around chronic disease and wellness.
Healthier than average Coloradans
Mineral County's 13.5% poor/fair health rate ranks well within Colorado, where the state average hovers around 16%. The county's uninsured rate of 8.4% beats the state average of 9.7%, indicating stronger health coverage than most Coloradans enjoy.
Outpacing nearby mountain counties
Compared to neighboring Ouray and San Juan counties, Mineral's 13.5% poor/fair health rate is competitive, though specific neighbor comparisons are limited by available data. The county's 108 primary care providers per 100,000 residents far exceeds the rural Colorado average, ensuring residents have meaningful access to frontline care.
Good coverage, strong primary care access
With an 8.4% uninsured rate, most Mineral County residents have health insurance, and the county's 108 primary care providers per 100,000 residents means residents can typically find a doctor without traveling far. This strong foundation supports preventive care and early intervention across the community.
Ensure your family stays covered
Even though 91.6% of Mineral County residents have insurance, the remaining 8.4% uninsured should explore options through Colorado's state marketplace or community health centers. Visit Colorado.gov or your local health department to find no-cost enrollment assistance and coverage options that fit your family's needs.
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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.