Lyon County Health Data

Lyon County, Nevada

Health Score

37/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.2 yr

State avg 75.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.3%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

13

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

155

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Lyon County, Nevada

Lyon County trails national health benchmarks

Lyon County's 74.2-year life expectancy is 2.2 years below the U.S. average of 76.4 and 1 year below Nevada's 75.2-year average. One in five residents (20.2%) experience poor or fair health, approaching the national rate of 21%.

Lowest life expectancy in western Nevada

Among Nevada counties, Lyon ranks below average for both life expectancy and health status. The uninsured rate of 12.3% exceeds the state average of 11.7%, indicating broader access challenges.

Struggling compared to nearby counties

Lyon's 74.2-year life expectancy significantly trails Lincoln County (77.0 years) and even Lander (75.2 years). The county faces the highest uninsured rate among its immediate neighbors.

Severe primary care shortage

Lyon has only 13 primary care providers per 100K—among the lowest in Nevada and far below the national average of 90 per 100K. Mental health capacity is stronger at 155 per 100K, but primary care gaps remain a critical barrier to preventive care.

Insurance access is critical here

With 12.3% uninsured, Lyon residents face higher barriers to healthcare than most Nevada counties. Apply for Marketplace coverage immediately at Healthcare.gov—subsidies may reduce your monthly costs significantly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Lyon County, NV?
Lyon County has a health score of 37/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #12 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 Lyon County?
Life expectancy in Lyon County is 74.2 years. The Nevada state average is 75.2 years, making Lyon County below the state average.
How does Lyon County health compare to the Nevada average?
Lyon County's health score of 37/100 is below the Nevada average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 74.2 years vs. the state average of 75.2 years. The uninsured rate is 12.3% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Lyon County?
Key health factors for Lyon County include: life expectancy (74.2 years), uninsured rate (12.3%), and primary care physician access (13:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 155:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Lyon County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 37/100 ("Below Average"), Lyon County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Nevada. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.2 years. 12.3% 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 Lyon County?
Lyon County's health score of 37/100 is below the Nevada average of 42/100. The uninsured rate of 12.3% 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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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.