Adams County Health Data

Adams County, Idaho

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

65/100

Average

Life Expectancy

79.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.2 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.4%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

65

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

102

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.7%

State avg 17.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

108.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 64.9 per 100K

Dentists

21.7

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

43.5

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 Adams County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureAdamsState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity33.9%33.5%37.6%near state average
Diabetes9.3%9.5%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure30.0%29.4%33.5%0.6 pts worse than state
Depression24.0%23.4%24.1%0.6 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureAdamsState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.8%13.9%16.3%0.9 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking16.5%16.2%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity25.1%23.9%27.0%1.2 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureAdamsState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup70.8%71.4%74.9%0.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)62.2%63.0%57.3%0.8 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)64.6%66.8%73.3%2.2 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureAdamsState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.9%17.4%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration33.0%33.8%37.3%0.8 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Adams County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

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

Data Story

Adams County reports lower mental health provider density than national norms

Health data brief for Adams County, Idaho.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Adams County has 102 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, less than half the national median of 250 per 100,000. For primary care, the county shows 65 providers per 100,000, slightly under the national median of 70. Residents in Adams County have a life expectancy of 79.2 years, which is higher than both the Idaho state average of 77.5 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate for the county is 11.4%, which is close to the state average of 11.7% and the national average of 10%. Approximately 16.7% of the county population reports poor or fair health, aligning with the national figure of 17%. These statistics are compiled from federal and state health surveillance records. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Adams County, Idaho

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

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Adams County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

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 Adams County, ID?
Adams County has a health score of 65/100, rated "Average." It ranks #13 out of 44 counties in Idaho (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 Adams County?
Life expectancy in Adams County is 79.2 years. The Idaho state average is 77.5 years, making Adams County above the state average.
How does Adams County health compare to the Idaho average?
Adams County's health score of 65/100 is above the Idaho average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 79.2 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 11.4% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Adams County?
Key health factors for Adams County include: life expectancy (79.2 years), uninsured rate (11.4%), and primary care physician access (65:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 102:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Adams County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 65/100 ("Average"), Adams County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Idaho. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.2 years. 11.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Adams County healthier than the Idaho average?
Adams County's health score of 65/100 exceeds the Idaho average of 55/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.