Grant County Health Data

Grant County, New Mexico

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

43/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

State avg 73.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.7%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

65

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

655

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

21.5%

State avg 22.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

28.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 64.5 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

7.2

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 Grant County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity33.9%35.4%37.6%1.5 pts better than state
Diabetes11.4%12.1%11.2%0.7 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure30.0%31.3%33.5%1.3 pts better than state
Depression23.2%23.4%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.7%15.0%16.3%1.3 pts better than state
Binge Drinking15.3%15.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity25.9%26.7%27.0%0.8 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup66.1%66.2%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)56.1%57.4%57.3%1.3 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)67.5%68.1%73.3%0.6 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.0%17.6%18.6%0.6 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration33.9%35.5%37.3%1.6 pts better than state

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

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

Data Story

Mental Health Provider Access High in Grant County

Health data brief for Grant County, New Mexico.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Grant County maintains a ratio of 655 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. This figure is more than double the national median of 250 per 100,000. In other metrics, the county reports an uninsured rate of 8.7%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 10.2% and the national average of 10%. Residents have an average life expectancy of 74.3 years, outlasting the state average of 73.7 years but remaining shorter than the national average of 77 years. The primary care provider ratio is 65 per 100,000, which is close to the national median of 70 providers. Approximately 21.5% of adults report poor or fair health, which is more frequent than the national average of 17%. These data points offer a snapshot of regional health resources and self-reported health status. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Grant 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.

Gila Regional Medical Center

ER
2/5
(575) 538-4100
1313 E 32nd St, Silver City, NM 88061
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Local

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 Grant County, NM?
Grant County has a health score of 43/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #11 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 Grant County?
Life expectancy in Grant County is 74.3 years. The New Mexico state average is 73.7 years, making Grant County above the state average.
How does Grant County health compare to the New Mexico average?
Grant County's health score of 43/100 is above the New Mexico average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 74.3 years vs. the state average of 73.7 years. The uninsured rate is 8.7% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Grant County?
Key health factors for Grant County include: life expectancy (74.3 years), uninsured rate (8.7%), and primary care physician access (65:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 655:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Grant County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 43/100 ("Below Average"), Grant County faces health challenges compared to other counties in New Mexico. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.3 years. 8.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Grant County healthier than the New Mexico average?
Grant County's health score of 43/100 exceeds the New Mexico average of 38/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.