Roosevelt County Health Data

Roosevelt County, New Mexico

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

38/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.4 yr

State avg 73.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.1%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

42

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

303

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

21.0%

State avg 22.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

21.1

per 100K residentsCDC: 42.1 per 100K

Dentists

5.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

21.1

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 Roosevelt County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureRooseveltState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity34.7%35.4%37.6%0.7 pts better than state
Diabetes11.7%12.1%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure31.5%31.3%33.5%near state average
Depression24.1%23.4%24.1%0.7 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureRooseveltState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.0%15.0%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking14.9%15.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity27.6%26.7%27.0%0.9 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureRooseveltState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup64.9%66.2%74.9%1.3 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)59.1%57.4%57.3%1.7 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)67.4%68.1%73.3%0.7 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureRooseveltState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.0%17.6%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration35.7%35.5%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Roosevelt County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Life expectancy in Roosevelt County exceeds New Mexico average

Health data brief for Roosevelt County, New Mexico.

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

Roosevelt County reports a life expectancy of 74.4 years, which is longer than the New Mexico state average of 73.7 years but shorter than the national average of 77 years. The county’s mental health provider ratio is 303 per 100,000 residents, surpassing the national median of 250. In other health metrics, 21.0% of residents report poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in Roosevelt County is 11.1%, exceeding both the state average of 10.2% and the national average of 10%. Primary care access includes 42 providers per 100,000 residents, a figure lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. All reported figures are verbatim from federal health datasets. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Roosevelt 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.

Roosevelt General Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(575) 356-3412
42121 Us Highway 70, Portales, NM 88130
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

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 Roosevelt County, NM?
Roosevelt County has a health score of 38/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #15 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 Roosevelt County?
Life expectancy in Roosevelt County is 74.4 years. The New Mexico state average is 73.7 years, making Roosevelt County above the state average.
How does Roosevelt County health compare to the New Mexico average?
Roosevelt County's health score of 38/100 is equal to the New Mexico average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 74.4 years vs. the state average of 73.7 years. The uninsured rate is 11.1% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Roosevelt County?
Key health factors for Roosevelt County include: life expectancy (74.4 years), uninsured rate (11.1%), and primary care physician access (42:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 303:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Roosevelt County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 38/100 ("Below Average"), Roosevelt County faces health challenges compared to other counties in New Mexico. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.4 years. 11.1% 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 Roosevelt County?
Roosevelt County's health score of 38/100 is below the New Mexico average of 38/100. The uninsured rate of 11.1% 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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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.