Yuma County Health Data
Yuma County, Colorado
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
55/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
79.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
13.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.1 yr
State avg 78.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
13.5%
State avg 9.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
81
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
112
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
18.5%
State avg 16.0%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Dentists
20.2
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
10.1
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 Yuma County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Yuma | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 28.7% | 27.1% | 37.6% | 1.6 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 9.2% | 8.6% | 11.2% | 0.6 pts worse than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.1% | 26.7% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 23.2% | 23.2% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Yuma | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 14.2% | 12.8% | 16.3% | 1.4 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% | 19.1% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.7% | 19.0% | 27.0% | 2.7 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Yuma | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 68.5% | 69.4% | 74.9% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 57.2% | 61.4% | 57.3% | 4.2 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 66.7% | 69.4% | 73.3% | 2.7 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Yuma | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 18.1% | 17.3% | 18.6% | 0.8 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 33.4% | 31.7% | 37.3% | 1.7 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Yuma County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Yuma County Poor and Fair Health Rate Above National Average
Health data brief for Yuma County, Colorado.
In Yuma County, 18.5% of residents report being in poor or fair health, a rate that is higher than the national average of 17%. The county also faces an uninsured rate of 13.5%, which is notably higher than the Colorado state average of 9.7% and the national average of 10%. Mental health provider availability is 112 per 100,000 residents, less than half of the national median of 250. However, the primary care provider ratio is 81 per 100,000, which is higher than the national median of 70. Life expectancy in Yuma County is 79.1 years, exceeding both the Colorado state average of 78.2 and the national average of 77 years. These figures show that while life expectancy is higher than average, there are gaps in insurance coverage and specialist availability. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Yuma 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.
Hospitals near you
Compare all on Medicare.gov →Wray Community District Hospital
ERYuma District Hospital
EReHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Yuma County residents.
Compare Plans →HealthMarkets
Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in Colorado.
Get a Quote →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Yuma County, CO?
What is the life expectancy in Yuma County?
How does Yuma County health compare to the Colorado average?
What health factors affect Yuma County?
Is Yuma County a healthy place to live?
What are the biggest health challenges in Yuma County?
Counties with Similar Health Profile
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.