Daggett County Health Data

Daggett County, Utah

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

72/100

Average

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

6.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

6.8%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Poor / Fair Health

16.7%

State avg 16.4%

National avg 19.6%

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 Daggett County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureDaggettState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity32.8%31.9%37.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.4%9.4%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure30.0%28.9%33.5%1.1 pts worse than state
Depression26.7%26.8%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureDaggettState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking11.4%10.2%16.3%1.2 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking13.0%12.2%17.8%0.8 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity20.5%19.3%27.0%1.2 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureDaggettState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup70.1%70.9%74.9%0.8 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)65.9%66.5%57.3%0.6 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)70.2%69.6%73.3%0.6 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureDaggettState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.5%17.8%18.6%0.7 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration35.3%34.9%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Daggett County nationally on current cigarette smoking.

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

Data Story

Daggett County Reports Low Uninsured Rate Relative to Utah

Health data brief for Daggett County, Utah.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

The uninsured rate in Daggett County is 6.8%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 10.2% and the national average of approximately 10%. This difference in insurance coverage is the most distinct data point available for the county compared to state and national norms. While data for life expectancy, primary care providers, and mental health providers are not currently available for this county, 16.7% of residents report being in poor or fair health. This health status rate is nearly identical to the national average of 17%. Because the county-specific provider ratios are not reported in current datasets, comparisons to the national median of 70 primary care providers and 250 mental health providers per 100,000 people cannot be completed. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Daggett County, Utah

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

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Daggett County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

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 Daggett County, UT?
Daggett County has a health score of 72/100, rated "Average." It ranks #8 out of 29 counties in Utah (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 Daggett County?
Life expectancy data for Daggett County is not available in the current dataset.
How does Daggett County health compare to the Utah average?
Daggett County's health score of 72/100 is above the Utah average of 62/100. The uninsured rate is 6.8% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Daggett County?
Key health factors for Daggett County include: life expectancy (—), uninsured rate (6.8%), and primary care physician access (—). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Daggett County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 72/100 ("Average"), Daggett County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Utah. 6.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Daggett County healthier than the Utah average?
Daggett County's health score of 72/100 exceeds the Utah average of 62/100. 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.