Eddy County Health Data

Eddy County, New Mexico

Health Score

31/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.7 yr

State avg 73.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.7%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

30

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

151

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Eddy County, New Mexico

Eddy County lags behind national health benchmarks

At 72.7 years, Eddy County's life expectancy trails the U.S. average of 76.4 years by nearly four years. One in five residents (21.9%) report poor or fair health, slightly above national averages, signaling persistent challenges in chronic disease management and preventive care.

Below-average life expectancy for New Mexico

Eddy County ranks near the bottom of New Mexico counties with a life expectancy 1 year below the state average of 73.7 years. The county's uninsured rate of 10.7% exceeds New Mexico's 10.2% average, leaving more residents vulnerable to medical debt.

Health gaps versus nearby southeastern counties

Eddy County's life expectancy (72.7 years) falls short of neighboring Lea County (72.6 years is similar), Grant County (74.3 years), and significantly lags Lincoln County (75.8 years). Primary care access is particularly thin at just 30 providers per 100,000 residents—half the rate in Grant County.

Primary care deserts shape daily health access

With only 30 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Eddy County residents face long wait times and travel distances for basic medical care. Mental health support is more available at 151 providers per 100,000, but the primary care shortage means many health issues never reach a specialist.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Eddy County, NM?
Eddy County has a health score of 31/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #20 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 Eddy County?
Life expectancy in Eddy County is 72.7 years. The New Mexico state average is 73.7 years, making Eddy County below the state average.
How does Eddy County health compare to the New Mexico average?
Eddy County's health score of 31/100 is below the New Mexico average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 72.7 years vs. the state average of 73.7 years. The uninsured rate is 10.7% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Eddy County?
Key health factors for Eddy County include: life expectancy (72.7 years), uninsured rate (10.7%), and primary care physician access (30:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 151:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Eddy County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 31/100 ("Below Average"), Eddy County faces health challenges compared to other counties in New Mexico. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.7 years. 10.7% 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 Eddy County?
Eddy County's health score of 31/100 is below the New Mexico average of 38/100. The uninsured rate of 10.7% 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.