Caribou County Health Data
Caribou County, Idaho
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
68/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.7 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.2%
State avg 11.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
56
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
42
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
14.9%
State avg 17.7%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
56.2
per 100K residentsCDC: 56.3 per 100K
Dentists
14.0
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 Caribou County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Caribou | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 34.8% | 33.5% | 37.6% | 1.3 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 8.7% | 9.5% | 11.2% | 0.8 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% | 29.4% | 33.5% | 1.1 pts better than state |
| Depression | 23.0% | 23.4% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Caribou | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 13.8% | 13.9% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% | 16.2% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.8% | 23.9% | 27.0% | 1.1 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Caribou | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 70.9% | 71.4% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 66.6% | 63.0% | 57.3% | 3.6 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 66.1% | 66.8% | 73.3% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Caribou | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 17.6% | 17.4% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 33.4% | 33.8% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Caribou 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
Caribou County Mental Health Provider Ratio Well Under National Median
Health data brief for Caribou County, Idaho.
Caribou County reports 42 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. This count is much lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000 people. The county's uninsured rate is 9.2%, which is lower than the Idaho state rate of 11.7% and the national rate of 10%. Life expectancy in the county is 76.7 years, compared to 77.5 years for Idaho and 77 years nationally. About 14.9% of residents report poor or fair health, which is lower than the national figure of 17%. For clinical care, there are 56 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents, while the national median is 70. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Caribou 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
Compare all on Medicare.gov →Caribou Medical Center
EReHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Caribou County residents.
Compare Plans →HealthMarkets
Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in Idaho.
Get a Quote →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Caribou County, ID?
What is the life expectancy in Caribou County?
How does Caribou County health compare to the Idaho average?
What health factors affect Caribou County?
Is Caribou County a healthy place to live?
Why is Caribou County healthier than the Idaho average?
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.