Churchill County Health Data

Churchill County, Nevada

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

39/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.4 yr

State avg 75.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.3%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

47

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

236

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

19.8%

State avg 20.1%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

15.6

per 100K residentsCDC: 46.7 per 100K

Dentists

11.7

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

3.9

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 Churchill County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureChurchillState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.9%34.6%37.6%3.3 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.8%10.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure31.1%30.8%33.5%near state average
Depression22.8%22.4%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureChurchillState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.4%16.6%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking17.4%18.2%17.8%0.8 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity25.2%25.4%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureChurchillState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup69.2%70.2%74.9%1.0 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)58.1%57.7%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)74.1%71.0%73.3%3.1 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureChurchillState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.1%19.6%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration36.2%38.0%37.3%1.8 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Churchill County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Churchill County reports primary care provider rates below national median

Health data brief for Churchill County, Nevada.

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

In Churchill County, there are 47 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The county’s life expectancy stands at 73.4 years, trailing both the Nevada state average of 75.2 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate for the county is 10.3%, lower than the state’s 11.7% but slightly above the national average of 10%. Mental health provider availability is measured at 236 per 100,000 residents, slightly under the national median of 250. Furthermore, 19.8% of adults in Churchill County report poor or fair health, compared to the 17% national average. These figures provide a snapshot of the local health landscape in relation to broader regional and national data. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Churchill County, Nevada

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.

Banner Churchill Community Hospital

ER
2/5
(775) 423-3151
801 East Williams Avenue, Fallon, NV 89406
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Churchill County, NV?
Churchill County has a health score of 39/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #11 out of 17 counties in Nevada (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 Churchill County?
Life expectancy in Churchill County is 73.4 years. The Nevada state average is 75.2 years, making Churchill County below the state average.
How does Churchill County health compare to the Nevada average?
Churchill County's health score of 39/100 is below the Nevada average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 73.4 years vs. the state average of 75.2 years. The uninsured rate is 10.3% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Churchill County?
Key health factors for Churchill County include: life expectancy (73.4 years), uninsured rate (10.3%), and primary care physician access (47:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 236:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Churchill County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 39/100 ("Below Average"), Churchill County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Nevada. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.4 years. 10.3% 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 Churchill County?
Churchill County's health score of 39/100 is below the Nevada average of 42/100. The uninsured rate of 10.3% 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.