Gooding County Health Data
Gooding County, Idaho
Health Score
33/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
76.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
18.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.4 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
18.0%
State avg 11.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
32
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
118
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Gooding County, Idaho
Gooding County faces health challenges
Gooding County's 76.4-year life expectancy falls below Idaho's 77.5-year state average and the U.S. average of roughly 76 years. At 21.9% reporting poor or fair health, the county exceeds both state and national norms—signaling significant population health struggles.
Idaho's health challenge county
Gooding County ranks among Idaho's lowest on health metrics, with a 76.4-year life expectancy and 21.9% poor/fair health rate well below the state average. These numbers indicate pressing health needs that demand local attention and support.
Worst health metrics in region
Gooding County's 21.9% poor/fair health rate significantly exceeds all regional neighbors, including Custer (15.4%), Clearwater (16.8%), Fremont (16.4%), and Gem (15.6%). Its 76.4-year life expectancy trails most peers except Gem (75.9) and Clearwater (75.9).
High uninsured rate, limited providers
Gooding County's 18.0% uninsured rate stands among Idaho's highest—affecting nearly 1 in 5 residents—and nearly double the state average of 11.7%. With only 32 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, healthcare access barriers compound coverage gaps.
Urgent: get insured now
Gooding County's 18.0% uninsured rate is one of Idaho's worst, leaving thousands without access to the care they need. Visit healthcare.gov immediately, call 1-800-318-2596, or contact your local health department to find affordable coverage today.
eHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Gooding 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 Gooding County, ID?
What is the life expectancy in Gooding County?
How does Gooding County health compare to the Idaho average?
What health factors affect Gooding County?
Is Gooding County a healthy place to live?
What are the biggest health challenges in Gooding 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.