Routt County Health Data

Routt County, Colorado

Health Score

83/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

83.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

83.3 yr

State avg 78.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.1%

State avg 9.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

132

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

351

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Routt County, Colorado

Routt County leads the nation

At 83.3 years, Routt County's life expectancy is nearly 7 years above the U.S. average of 76.4 years—among the highest in the nation. Just 11.6% of residents report poor or fair health, well below the national average of 18%, signaling exceptional population health.

Colorado's second-best performer

Routt County's 83.3-year life expectancy is second only to Pitkin County (94.2 years) in Colorado, towering 5.1 years above the state average of 78.2 years. With a 9.1% uninsured rate just below Colorado's 9.7% average, Routt combines longevity with broad insurance access.

Clear regional health leader

Routt County's 83.3-year life expectancy is the second-highest among all eight counties—5.2 years ahead of Rio Blanco (78.7 years) and 10.8 years ahead of Pueblo (72.5 years). Its 9.1% uninsured rate is among the best in the cohort, reflecting strong health security.

Exceptional health infrastructure

Routt County boasts 132 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 351 mental health providers per 100,000—among the highest densities in the eight-county group. This robust network ensures residents access preventive, acute, and behavioral care, driving the county's outstanding longevity.

Protect Routt's health advantage

Routt County's exceptional health outcomes rest on strong coverage and provider access. If you're among the 9.1% uninsured, visit healthcare.gov or Colorado's Connect for Health to secure coverage and complete the county's commitment to keeping all residents healthy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Routt County, CO?
Routt County has a health score of 83/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #15 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 Routt County?
Life expectancy in Routt County is 83.3 years. The Colorado state average is 78.2 years, making Routt County above the state average.
How does Routt County health compare to the Colorado average?
Routt County's health score of 83/100 is above the Colorado average of 63/100. Life expectancy is 83.3 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 9.1% vs. 9.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Routt County?
Key health factors for Routt County include: life expectancy (83.3 years), uninsured rate (9.1%), and primary care physician access (132:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 351:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Routt County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 83/100 ("Excellent"), Routt County is one of the healthier counties in Colorado. Residents have a life expectancy of 83.3 years. 9.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Routt County healthier than the Colorado average?
Routt County's health score of 83/100 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.