Guadalupe County Health Data

Guadalupe County, New Mexico

Health Score

35/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.9 yr

State avg 73.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.6%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

45

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

1701

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Guadalupe County, New Mexico

Guadalupe County meets national life expectancy

Guadalupe County's life expectancy of 73.9 years approaches the U.S. average of 76.4 years, but one in four residents (25.4%) report poor or fair health—well above national norms. This gap suggests that many residents face chronic conditions despite reasonable longevity.

Slightly above state average, persistent health concerns

At 73.9 years, Guadalupe County's life expectancy exceeds New Mexico's 73.7-year state average, and its uninsured rate of 8.6% ranks among the lowest in the state. Yet the 25.4% poor/fair health rate is the highest in this county cluster, signaling concentrated chronic disease.

Highest health burden despite good insurance access

Guadalupe County's 25.4% poor/fair health rate substantially exceeds neighboring Grant (21.5%), Eddy (21.9%), and Lincoln (18.7%) counties. Though primary care providers number 45 per 100,000—mid-range for the region—the county's exceptional 1,701 mental health providers per 100,000 suggests targeted need for behavioral health.

Mental health crisis response outpaces primary care

Guadalupe County's 1,701 mental health providers per 100,000 residents is an extraordinary concentration, likely reflecting investment in substance abuse or behavioral health crises. With moderate primary care access at 45 providers per 100,000, residents may struggle to manage diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease before they worsen.

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Guadalupe County's strong mental health infrastructure is only valuable if you have insurance to access it—8.6% of residents still lack coverage. Visit healthcare.gov to find a plan that covers both primary care and the mental health services your community has invested in.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Guadalupe County, NM?
Guadalupe County has a health score of 35/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #19 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 Guadalupe County?
Life expectancy in Guadalupe County is 73.9 years. The New Mexico state average is 73.7 years, making Guadalupe County above the state average.
How does Guadalupe County health compare to the New Mexico average?
Guadalupe County's health score of 35/100 is below the New Mexico average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 73.9 years vs. the state average of 73.7 years. The uninsured rate is 8.6% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Guadalupe County?
Key health factors for Guadalupe County include: life expectancy (73.9 years), uninsured rate (8.6%), and primary care physician access (45:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 1,701:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Guadalupe County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 35/100 ("Below Average"), Guadalupe County faces health challenges compared to other counties in New Mexico. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.9 years. 8.6% 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 Guadalupe County?
Guadalupe County's health score of 35/100 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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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.