Ouray County Health Data

Ouray County, Colorado

Health Score

95/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

85.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

85.4 yr

State avg 78.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.8%

State avg 9.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

79

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

251

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Ouray County, Colorado

Ouray County's exceptional longevity stands out

At 85.4 years, Ouray County residents live 5.1 years longer than the U.S. average of 80.3 years, making it one of America's longevity leaders. The 12.2% poor/fair health rate falls well below the national average of 18%, demonstrating that Ouray residents not only live longer but report substantially better health.

Colorado's healthiest county by far

Ouray County's 85.4-year life expectancy leads Colorado by 7.2 years and ranks among the nation's best; the county also posts the lowest 12.2% poor/fair health rate compared to Colorado's 16% average. An uninsured rate of just 5.8%—2 percentage points below Colorado's already-strong 9.7%—ensures residents can access the county's robust health infrastructure.

Outpacing all neighboring mountain counties

Ouray County's 85.4-year life expectancy dramatically exceeds Montrose (77.9), Gunnison (78.5), and San Miguel counties, establishing it as a regional longevity beacon. The county's 79 primary care providers per 100,000 residents ensures accessible frontline care, while 251 mental health providers per 100,000 support the county's strong mental health infrastructure.

Excellence across insurance, providers, and wellness

Only 5.8% of Ouray County residents lack insurance—the lowest rate in Colorado—and the county offers 79 primary care and 251 mental health providers per 100,000, ensuring coordinated, accessible care. This combination of universal coverage and robust providers has created a community where residents live long, healthy lives.

Ouray residents: keep coverage current and strong

With exceptional health outcomes and near-universal coverage, Ouray County should celebrate its success while ensuring no one slips through the cracks. If you're uninsured or underinsured, visit Colorado.gov/PEAK to explore coverage options and maintain the county's outstanding health trajectory.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Ouray County, CO?
Ouray County has a health score of 95/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #3 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 Ouray County?
Life expectancy in Ouray County is 85.4 years. The Colorado state average is 78.2 years, making Ouray County above the state average.
How does Ouray County health compare to the Colorado average?
Ouray County's health score of 95/100 is above the Colorado average of 63/100. Life expectancy is 85.4 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 5.8% vs. 9.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Ouray County?
Key health factors for Ouray County include: life expectancy (85.4 years), uninsured rate (5.8%), and primary care physician access (79:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 251:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Ouray County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 95/100 ("Excellent"), Ouray County is one of the healthier counties in Colorado. Residents have a life expectancy of 85.4 years. 5.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Ouray County healthier than the Colorado average?
Ouray County's health score of 95/100 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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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.