Garfield County Health Data
Garfield County, Utah
Health Score
63/100
Average
Life Expectancy
77.6 yr
Uninsured Rate
10.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
77.6 yr
State avg 77.9 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
10.7%
State avg 10.2%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
39
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
132
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Garfield County, Utah
Garfield's life expectancy lags the nation
At 77.6 years, Garfield County residents live slightly shorter lives than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 16.1% poor or fair health rate mirrors national benchmarks, suggesting manageable chronic disease burden but room for improvement in preventive care.
Below average within Utah
Garfield ranks near the middle of Utah's 29 counties for life expectancy at 77.6 years, trailing the state average of 77.9 years by three months. The county's health outcomes place it in a neutral position statewide, neither excelling nor struggling compared to its neighbors.
Outperformed by nearby Iron County
Iron County's residents live 0.7 years longer than Garfield's, reaching 78.3 years, while Iron's poor health rate of 15.3% edges out Garfield's 16.1%. Both counties share similar healthcare infrastructure challenges, but Iron has slightly better primary care access with 33 providers per 100K versus Garfield's 39.
Insurance gaps and primary care limits
About 1 in 10 Garfield residents (10.7%) lack health insurance, slightly above Utah's average of 10.2%, while primary care is sparse at 39 providers per 100K. Mental health services are robust at 132 per 100K, but the primary care shortage may delay preventive screenings and early diagnosis of chronic conditions.
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With one in ten residents uninsured, now is the time to explore health insurance through the state marketplace or employer plans. Coverage improves access to preventive care, reduces emergency room visits, and protects against catastrophic medical debt—investments that pay long-term dividends for Garfield's health.
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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.