Cibola County Health Data

Cibola County, New Mexico

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

24/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.7 yr

State avg 73.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.2%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

48

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

373

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

26.4%

State avg 22.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

33.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 47.8 per 100K

Dentists

18.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

70.2

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 Cibola County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCibolaState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.2%35.4%37.6%3.8 pts worse than state
Diabetes14.6%12.1%11.2%2.5 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure33.5%31.3%33.5%2.2 pts worse than state
Depression24.0%23.4%24.1%0.6 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCibolaState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.7%15.0%16.3%4.7 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking14.8%15.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity28.7%26.7%27.0%2.0 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCibolaState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup66.3%66.2%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)53.8%57.4%57.3%3.6 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)68.2%68.1%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureCibolaState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.6%17.6%18.6%2.0 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration40.8%35.5%37.3%5.3 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Cibola County nationally on short sleep duration.

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

Data Story

Cibola County Life Expectancy Trails State and National Averages

Health data brief for Cibola County, New Mexico.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

The life expectancy in Cibola County is 70.7 years, which is shorter than the New Mexico state average of 73.7 years and the national average of 77 years. According to health reports, 26.4% of adults in the county describe their health as poor or fair, a rate higher than the national average of 17%. The primary care provider ratio in the county is 48 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. However, the mental health provider ratio is 373 per 100,000, which is higher than the national median of 250. The uninsured rate stands at 9.2%, which is lower than the state average of 10.2% and the national average of 10%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Cibola County, New Mexico

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.

Cibola General Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(505) 287-5300
1016 E Roosevelt Avenue, Grants, NM 87020
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 Cibola County, NM?
Cibola County has a health score of 24/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #27 out of 33 counties in New Mexico (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 Cibola County?
Life expectancy in Cibola County is 70.7 years. The New Mexico state average is 73.7 years, making Cibola County below the state average.
How does Cibola County health compare to the New Mexico average?
Cibola County's health score of 24/100 is below the New Mexico average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 70.7 years vs. the state average of 73.7 years. The uninsured rate is 9.2% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Cibola County?
Key health factors for Cibola County include: life expectancy (70.7 years), uninsured rate (9.2%), and primary care physician access (48:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 373:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cibola County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 24/100 ("Below Average"), Cibola County faces health challenges compared to other counties in New Mexico. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.7 years. 9.2% 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 Cibola County?
Cibola County's health score of 24/100 is below the New Mexico average of 38/100. 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.