San Juan County Health Data

San Juan County, Colorado

Health Score

53/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

13.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

13.5%

State avg 9.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

374

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in San Juan County, Colorado

San Juan's health picture unclear

While national life expectancy sits at 76.4 years, San Juan County's specific figure isn't available—but we do know that 15.1% of residents report poor or fair health, slightly above the U.S. average of 13%. This snapshot suggests health challenges worth monitoring in this mountain community.

Health status lags Colorado average

Colorado's state life expectancy stands at 78.2 years, but San Juan's figure remains unreported. With 15.1% of residents in poor or fair health, the county trails the state's typical wellness patterns and warrants closer attention to preventive care and health infrastructure.

Surrounded by better health outcomes

San Juan sits among Colorado's highest-elevation counties, where neighbors like San Miguel (86.5 years life expectancy) and Summit (92.4 years) dramatically outpace the state average. San Juan's 15.1% poor/fair health rate places it among the state's most challenged communities for health outcomes.

Healthcare access stretched thin

One in seven San Juan residents—13.5%—lack health insurance, nearly 40% above Colorado's state average of 9.7%. Data on primary care providers is limited, but the county boasts 374 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, suggesting effort to address behavioral health needs in this remote mountain region.

Explore coverage options now

With 13.5% uninsured, San Juan residents should review Colorado's Connect for Health marketplace and Medicaid eligibility immediately. Even basic coverage dramatically improves health outcomes—visit connectforhealthco.com to find a plan that works for your budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of San Juan County, CO?
San Juan County has a health score of 53/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #42 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 San Juan County?
Life expectancy data for San Juan County is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does San Juan County health compare to the Colorado average?
San Juan County's health score of 53/100 is below the Colorado average of 63/100. The uninsured rate is 13.5% vs. 9.7% statewide.
What health factors affect San Juan County?
Key health factors for San Juan County include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (13.5%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 374:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is San Juan County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 53/100 ("Below Average"), San Juan County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Colorado. 13.5% 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 San Juan County?
San Juan County's health score of 53/100 is below the Colorado average of 63/100. The uninsured rate of 13.5% 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.