Duchesne County Health Data

Duchesne County, Utah

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

49/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.7 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.5%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

40

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

205

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.2%

State avg 16.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

30.1

per 100K residentsCDC: 40.4 per 100K

Dentists

5.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

40.1

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 Duchesne County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureDuchesneState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity31.6%31.9%37.6%near state average
Diabetes10.2%9.4%11.2%0.8 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure29.6%28.9%33.5%0.7 pts worse than state
Depression26.0%26.8%24.1%0.8 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureDuchesneState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking11.8%10.2%16.3%1.6 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking11.9%12.2%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity23.8%19.3%27.0%4.5 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureDuchesneState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup70.3%70.9%74.9%0.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)63.4%66.5%57.3%3.1 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)61.6%69.6%73.3%8.0 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureDuchesneState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.1%17.8%18.6%1.3 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration32.0%34.9%37.3%2.9 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Duchesne County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

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

Data Story

Duchesne County Uninsured Rate Higher Than Utah State Average

Health data brief for Duchesne County, Utah.

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

The uninsured rate in Duchesne County is 11.5%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 10.2% and the national average of 10%. This gap in insurance coverage is the county's most distinctive data point relative to state and national norms. The county's life expectancy is 75.7 years, which is lower than the Utah average of 77.9 years and the national average of 77 years. Additionally, 18.2% of residents report being in poor or fair health, a figure higher than the national average of 17%. Looking at the provider workforce, the county has 40 primary care providers and 205 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. Both these ratios are lower than the national medians of 70 primary care providers and 250 mental health providers per 100,000. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Duchesne 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.

Uintah Basin Medical Center

ER
2/5
(435) 722-4691
250 West 300 North, Roosevelt, UT 84066
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Other

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 Duchesne County, UT?
Duchesne County has a health score of 49/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #22 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 Duchesne County?
Life expectancy in Duchesne County is 75.7 years. The Utah state average is 77.9 years, making Duchesne County below the state average.
How does Duchesne County health compare to the Utah average?
Duchesne County's health score of 49/100 is below the Utah average of 62/100. Life expectancy is 75.7 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 11.5% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Duchesne County?
Key health factors for Duchesne County include: life expectancy (75.7 years), uninsured rate (11.5%), and primary care physician access (40:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 205:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Duchesne County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 49/100 ("Below Average"), Duchesne County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Utah. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.7 years. 11.5% 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 Duchesne County?
Duchesne County's health score of 49/100 is below the Utah average of 62/100. The uninsured rate of 11.5% 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.