Weld County Health Data
Weld County, Colorado
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
Data Story
About Health in Weld County, Colorado
Weld slightly exceeds U.S. health average
Weld County's life expectancy of 78.8 years surpasses the national average of 76.4 years by 2.4 years. However, 15.3% of residents report poor or fair health—above America's 13% average—indicating uneven health outcomes within the county.
Slightly above Colorado baseline
Weld's 78.8-year life expectancy edges out Colorado's state average of 78.2 years by 0.6 years, placing it as a typical Colorado county. With 15.3% in poor/fair health, Weld slightly trails state patterns, suggesting emerging health challenges in this rapidly growing region.
Middle performer in Colorado
Weld's 78.8-year life expectancy sits between Teller County (78.4 years) and San Miguel County (86.5 years), reflecting average Colorado performance. The county's 15.3% poor/fair health rate exceeds most peers, suggesting concentrated disparities despite overall longevity.
Good coverage, adequate providers
Weld's 9.6% uninsured rate nearly matches Colorado's state average of 9.7%, ensuring most residents can access care. The county provides 58 primary care providers per 100,000 and 294 mental health providers per 100,000, supporting routine and behavioral health needs across the population.
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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.