Weld County Health Data

Weld County, Colorado

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

71/100

Average

Life Expectancy

78.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.8 yr

State avg 78.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.6%

State avg 9.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

294

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

15.3%

State avg 16.0%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

12.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 57.6 per 100K

Dentists

3.8

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

8.5

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Weld County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureWeldState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity33.6%27.1%37.6%6.5 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.3%8.6%11.2%0.7 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure27.4%26.7%33.5%0.7 pts worse than state
Depression22.0%23.2%24.1%1.2 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureWeldState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking12.6%12.8%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking19.2%19.1%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity20.6%19.0%27.0%1.6 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureWeldState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup67.4%69.4%74.9%2.0 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)63.2%61.4%57.3%1.8 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.5%69.4%73.3%3.1 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureWeldState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.2%17.3%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration33.5%31.7%37.3%1.8 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Weld County nationally on obesity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Weld County Primary Care Provider Ratio Trails National Median

Health data brief for Weld County, Colorado.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Weld County has 58 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, falling below the national median of 70 per 100,000. In contrast, the mental health provider ratio is 294 per 100,000, which exceeds the national median of 250. The county’s life expectancy is 78.8 years, slightly higher than the Colorado state average of 78.2 and the national average of 77 years. Regarding health coverage, 9.6% of residents are uninsured, which is nearly identical to the state average of 9.7% and just below the national average of 10%. Additionally, 15.3% of the population reports poor or fair health, which is a lower rate than the national average of 17%. The county’s health profile is defined by this mix of lower primary care access and higher mental health provider availability. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Weld County, Colorado

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Banner North Colorado Medical Center

ER
4/5
(970) 810-4121
1801 16th St, Greeley, CO 80631
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Uchealth Greeley Hospital

ER
4/5
(970) 652-2000
6767 29th St, Greeley, CO 80634
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Johnstown Heights Behavioral Health

Not rated by CMS
(970) 323-7709
4770 Larimer Pkwy, Johnstown, CO 80534
PsychiatricProprietary

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Weld County, CO?
Weld County has a health score of 71/100, rated "Average." It ranks #27 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 Weld County?
Life expectancy in Weld County is 78.8 years. The Colorado state average is 78.2 years, making Weld County above the state average.
How does Weld County health compare to the Colorado average?
Weld County's health score of 71/100 is above the Colorado average of 63/100. Life expectancy is 78.8 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 9.6% vs. 9.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Weld County?
Key health factors for Weld County include: life expectancy (78.8 years), uninsured rate (9.6%), and primary care physician access (58:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 294:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Weld County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 71/100 ("Average"), Weld County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Colorado. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.8 years. 9.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Weld County healthier than the Colorado average?
Weld County's health score of 71/100 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. Weld County has better primary care access (58:1 ratio) than the state average (70:1).

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.