Canyon County Health Data

Canyon County, Idaho

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

53/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.9%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

31

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

189

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.6%

State avg 17.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

14.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 31.3 per 100K

Dentists

4.1

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

12.4

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 Canyon County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCanyonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity35.5%33.5%37.6%2.0 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.5%9.5%11.2%1.0 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure29.5%29.4%33.5%near state average
Depression23.3%23.4%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCanyonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking12.6%13.9%16.3%1.3 pts better than state
Binge Drinking15.4%16.2%17.8%0.8 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity24.9%23.9%27.0%1.0 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCanyonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup71.6%71.4%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)62.5%63.0%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)60.7%66.8%73.3%6.1 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureCanyonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.9%17.4%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration35.5%33.8%37.3%1.7 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Canyon 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

Primary Care Provider Ratio in Canyon County Under National Median

Health data brief for Canyon County, Idaho.

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

Canyon County has 31 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents. This number is lower than the national median of 70 providers per 100,000. Life expectancy for residents is 77.5 years, which matches the state figure and is slightly higher than the national figure of 77 years. The uninsured rate in the county is 11.9%, higher than both the Idaho state rate of 11.7% and the national rate of 10%. There are 189 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is fewer than the national median of 250. Additionally, 18.6% of adults report being in poor or fair health, compared to the 17% national figure. Read about the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Canyon 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.

West Valley Medical Center

ER
5/5
(208) 459-4641
1717 Arlington Street, Caldwell, ID 83605
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

St Luke's Nampa Medical Center

ER
5/5
(208) 505-2000
9850 West St Lukes Drive, Nampa, ID 83687
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Saint Alphonsus Medical Center - Nampa

ER
3/5
(208) 463-5000
4300 E Flamingo Ave, Nampa, ID 83687
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Church

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 Canyon County, ID?
Canyon County has a health score of 53/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #26 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 Canyon County?
Life expectancy in Canyon County is 77.5 years. The Idaho state average is 77.5 years, making Canyon County below the state average.
How does Canyon County health compare to the Idaho average?
Canyon County's health score of 53/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 77.5 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 11.9% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Canyon County?
Key health factors for Canyon County include: life expectancy (77.5 years), uninsured rate (11.9%), and primary care physician access (31:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 189:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Canyon County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 53/100 ("Below Average"), Canyon County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Idaho. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.5 years. 11.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Canyon County?
Canyon County's health score of 53/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. The uninsured rate of 11.9% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.