Teller County Health Data

Teller County, Colorado

Health Score

87/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.4 yr

State avg 78.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.3%

State avg 9.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

36

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

252

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Teller County, Colorado

Teller matches national health baseline

Teller County's life expectancy of 78.4 years exceeds the national average of 76.4 years by 2 years, placing it in the healthier half of U.S. counties. With 12.8% reporting poor or fair health—just below America's 13% average—the county maintains solid wellness across its population.

Slightly above Colorado average

Teller's 78.4-year life expectancy edges out Colorado's state average of 78.2 years by just 0.2 years, positioning it as a typical Colorado county. The 12.8% poor/fair health rate matches state patterns, reflecting middle-of-the-road health outcomes for the region.

Average among Colorado peers

Teller's 78.4-year life expectancy sits between Washington County (74.0 years) and Weld County (78.8 years), reflecting typical Colorado health performance. Its 12.8% poor/fair health rate broadly aligns with San Miguel County and Summit County, suggesting consistent regional wellness.

Strong coverage, limited primary care

Teller boasts Colorado's lowest uninsured rate at 6.3%—well below the state average of 9.7%—meaning most residents access care easily. However, the county offers just 36 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, requiring residents to sometimes travel for routine medical services.

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Teller's exceptional uninsured rate shows what community engagement achieves—keep that strength by maintaining coverage year-round. Visit connectforhealthco.com to renew or update your plan annually.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Teller County, CO?
Teller County has a health score of 87/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #14 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 Teller County?
Life expectancy in Teller County is 78.4 years. The Colorado state average is 78.2 years, making Teller County above the state average.
How does Teller County health compare to the Colorado average?
Teller County's health score of 87/100 is above the Colorado average of 63/100. Life expectancy is 78.4 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 6.3% vs. 9.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Teller County?
Key health factors for Teller County include: life expectancy (78.4 years), uninsured rate (6.3%), and primary care physician access (36:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 252:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Teller County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 87/100 ("Excellent"), Teller County is one of the healthier counties in Colorado. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.4 years. 6.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Teller County healthier than the Colorado average?
Teller County's health score of 87/100 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. Teller County has better primary care access (36:1 ratio) than the state average (70:1).

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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.