Mineral County Health Data

Mineral County, Colorado

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

13.5%

State avg 16.0%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Dentists

125.2

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Mineral County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMineralState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity25.1%27.1%37.6%2.0 pts better than state
Diabetes7.3%8.6%11.2%1.3 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure25.8%26.7%33.5%0.9 pts better than state
Depression23.4%23.2%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMineralState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking10.6%12.8%16.3%2.2 pts better than state
Binge Drinking20.0%19.1%17.8%0.9 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity14.9%19.0%27.0%4.1 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMineralState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup70.1%69.4%74.9%0.7 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)64.6%61.4%57.3%3.2 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.2%69.4%73.3%5.8 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMineralState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.2%17.3%18.6%1.1 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration31.2%31.7%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Mineral County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Primary care provider access higher than national median in Mineral County

Health data brief for Mineral County, Colorado.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

The primary care provider ratio in Mineral County is 108 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Specific data regarding life expectancy and mental health providers in this county are not currently available in federal datasets. The uninsured rate among residents stands at 8.4%, while the Colorado state figure is 9.7% and the national average is 10%. Additionally, 13.5% of residents report being in poor or fair health, which is a lower percentage than the 17% reported across the United States. These figures provide a local snapshot of health access and resident health status within the county population. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Mineral County, Colorado

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Mineral County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Mineral County, CO?
Mineral County has a health score of 76/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #21 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 Mineral County?
Life expectancy data for Mineral County is not available in the current dataset.
How does Mineral County health compare to the Colorado average?
Mineral County's health score of 76/100 is above the Colorado average of 63/100. The uninsured rate is 8.4% vs. 9.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Mineral County?
Key health factors for Mineral County include: life expectancy (—), uninsured rate (8.4%), and primary care physician access (108:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Mineral County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 76/100 ("Excellent"), Mineral County is one of the healthier counties in Colorado. 8.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Mineral County healthier than the Colorado average?
Mineral County's health score of 76/100 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.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.