Morgan County Health Data

Morgan County, Colorado

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

46/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.6 yr

State avg 78.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.4%

State avg 9.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

55

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

200

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.7%

State avg 16.0%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

10.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 55.2 per 100K

Dentists

30.8

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

10.3

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 Morgan County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMorganState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity32.3%27.1%37.6%5.2 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.9%8.6%11.2%1.3 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure29.1%26.7%33.5%2.4 pts worse than state
Depression22.0%23.2%24.1%1.2 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMorganState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.0%12.8%16.3%1.2 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.4%19.1%17.8%1.7 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity22.7%19.0%27.0%3.7 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMorganState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup68.7%69.4%74.9%0.7 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)58.0%61.4%57.3%3.4 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)67.6%69.4%73.3%1.8 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMorganState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.1%17.3%18.6%0.8 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration33.0%31.7%37.3%1.3 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Morgan County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Mental health provider access in Morgan County lower than national median

Health data brief for Morgan County, Colorado.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Mental health providers in Morgan County are available at a rate of 200 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. The primary care provider ratio is 55 per 100,000, also lower than the national median of 70. The county's uninsured rate is 13.4%, compared to the Colorado state mark of 9.7% and the national average of 10%. Life expectancy is 75.6 years, shorter than the state's 78.2 years and the national 77-year average. About 17.7% of residents report their health as poor or fair, a rate that is slightly higher than the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Morgan 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.

St Elizabeth Hospital

ER
4/5
(970) 867-3391
1000 Lincoln St, Fort Morgan, CO 80701
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Other

East Morgan County Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(970) 842-6222
2400 W Edison St, Brush, CO 80723
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Morgan County, CO?
Morgan County has a health score of 46/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #47 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 Morgan County?
Life expectancy in Morgan County is 75.6 years. The Colorado state average is 78.2 years, making Morgan County below the state average.
How does Morgan County health compare to the Colorado average?
Morgan County's health score of 46/100 is below the Colorado average of 63/100. Life expectancy is 75.6 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 13.4% vs. 9.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Morgan County?
Key health factors for Morgan County include: life expectancy (75.6 years), uninsured rate (13.4%), and primary care physician access (55:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 200:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Morgan County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 46/100 ("Below Average"), Morgan County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Colorado. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.6 years. 13.4% 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 Morgan County?
Morgan County's health score of 46/100 is below the Colorado average of 63/100. The uninsured rate of 13.4% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.