Doña Ana County Health Data
Doña Ana County, New Mexico
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
41/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
76.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
12.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.0 yr
State avg 73.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
12.1%
State avg 10.2%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
62
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
374
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
21.2%
State avg 22.2%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
17.6
per 100K residentsCDC: 61.8 per 100K
Dentists
3.6
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
11.7
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 Doña Ana County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Doña Ana | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 37.5% | 35.4% | 37.6% | 2.1 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 13.1% | 12.1% | 11.2% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% | 31.3% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 22.2% | 23.4% | 24.1% | 1.2 pts better than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Doña Ana | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 13.1% | 15.0% | 16.3% | 1.9 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% | 15.3% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.8% | 26.7% | 27.0% | 1.1 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Doña Ana | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 68.7% | 66.2% | 74.9% | 2.5 pts better than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 59.9% | 57.4% | 57.3% | 2.5 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 65.9% | 68.1% | 73.3% | 2.2 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Doña Ana | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 16.2% | 17.6% | 18.6% | 1.4 pts better than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 32.9% | 35.5% | 37.3% | 2.6 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Doña Ana County nationally on short sleep duration.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Doña Ana County Uninsured Rate Exceeds State and National Norms
Health data brief for Doña Ana County, New Mexico.
In Doña Ana County, the uninsured rate is 12.1%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 10.2% and the national average of 10%. Residents here have a life expectancy of 76.0 years, which is longer than the state average of 73.7 years but shorter than the national average of 77 years. Data shows that 21.2% of adults in the county report poor or fair health, exceeding the national average of 17%. Regarding healthcare access, the county has 62 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is 374 per 100,000, which is higher than the national median of 250 per 100,000. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Doña Ana 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.
Hospitals near you
Compare all on Medicare.gov →Three Crosses Regional Hospital Llc
ERMemorial Medical Center
ERMountain View Regional Medical Center
EReHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Doña Ana County residents.
Compare Plans →HealthMarkets
Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in New Mexico.
Get a Quote →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Doña Ana County, NM?
What is the life expectancy in Doña Ana County?
How does Doña Ana County health compare to the New Mexico average?
What health factors affect Doña Ana County?
Is Doña Ana County a healthy place to live?
Why is Doña Ana County healthier than the New Mexico 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.