Prowers County Health Data

Prowers County, Colorado

Health Score

29/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.7 yr

State avg 78.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.0%

State avg 9.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

33

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

289

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Prowers County, Colorado

Prowers County faces deep challenges

At 73.7 years, Prowers County's life expectancy is 2.7 years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years, placing it among the lowest in Colorado. More than 22% of residents report poor or fair health—one of the highest rates in the state—signaling serious population health concerns.

Among Colorado's most vulnerable

Prowers County ranks near the bottom of Colorado's health rankings, with a life expectancy 4.5 years below the state average of 78.2 years. Its 13.0% uninsured rate is 3.3 percentage points above Colorado's 9.7% average, compounding access barriers for a struggling population.

Lowest life expectancy in region

Prowers County's 73.7-year life expectancy is the lowest among all eight profiled counties, including Rio Grande (72.3 years) in the south. Its 13.0% uninsured rate ties it with Rio Grande as the most uninsured in the regional cohort.

Critical shortage of primary care

Prowers County has only 33 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the lowest of all eight counties—leaving vast stretches of the county without basic care access. Mental health support is stronger at 289 per 100,000, but the primary care gap means many residents never reach mental health treatment.

Coverage is the first step

With 13% of Prowers County uninsured and severe provider shortages, securing health insurance is critical. Visit healthcare.gov or call Colorado's Connect for Health at 1-855-752-6749 to find Medicaid, marketplace plans, or employer coverage—your first defense against the county's health gaps.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Prowers County, CO?
Prowers County has a health score of 29/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #60 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 Prowers County?
Life expectancy in Prowers County is 73.7 years. The Colorado state average is 78.2 years, making Prowers County below the state average.
How does Prowers County health compare to the Colorado average?
Prowers County's health score of 29/100 is below the Colorado average of 63/100. Life expectancy is 73.7 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 13.0% vs. 9.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Prowers County?
Key health factors for Prowers County include: life expectancy (73.7 years), uninsured rate (13.0%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 289:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Prowers County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 29/100 ("Below Average"), Prowers County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Colorado. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.7 years. 13.0% 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 Prowers County?
Prowers County's health score of 29/100 is below the Colorado average of 63/100. The uninsured rate of 13.0% 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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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.