Garfield County Health Data

Garfield County, Utah

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

16.1%

State avg 16.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

38.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 39.0 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

38.7

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 Garfield County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGarfieldState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity28.9%31.9%37.6%3.0 pts better than state
Diabetes8.9%9.4%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure28.3%28.9%33.5%0.6 pts better than state
Depression26.4%26.8%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGarfieldState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking9.8%10.2%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking12.8%12.2%17.8%0.6 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity18.1%19.3%27.0%1.2 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGarfieldState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup71.8%70.9%74.9%0.9 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)65.7%66.5%57.3%0.8 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)68.9%69.6%73.3%0.7 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureGarfieldState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.3%17.8%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration36.8%34.9%37.3%1.9 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Garfield County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Garfield County Primary Care Rates Trail National Median

Health data brief for Garfield County, Utah.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Garfield County has 39 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, a figure notably lower than the national median of approximately 70 per 100,000. In comparison, the county’s mental health provider ratio stands at 132 per 100,000, which is also below the national median of 250. Regarding insurance coverage, 10.7% of the population is uninsured, slightly higher than the Utah state average of 10.2% and the national average of 10%. Residents report a poor or fair health rate of 16.1%, which is just under the national average of 17%. Life expectancy in the county is 77.6 years, nearly matching the state average of 77.9 years and the national average of 77 years. These figures are based on data from the CDC County Health Rankings and the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Garfield 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.

Intermountain Health Garfield Memorial Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(435) 676-1262
200 North 400 East, Panguitch, UT 84759
Critical Access 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 Garfield County, UT?
Garfield County has a health score of 63/100, rated "Average." It ranks #17 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 Garfield County?
Life expectancy in Garfield County is 77.6 years. The Utah state average is 77.9 years, making Garfield County below the state average.
How does Garfield County health compare to the Utah average?
Garfield County's health score of 63/100 is above the Utah average of 62/100. Life expectancy is 77.6 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 10.7% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Garfield County?
Key health factors for Garfield County include: life expectancy (77.6 years), uninsured rate (10.7%), and primary care physician access (39:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 132:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Garfield County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 63/100 ("Average"), Garfield County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Utah. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.6 years. 10.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Garfield County healthier than the Utah average?
Garfield County's health score of 63/100 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. Garfield County has better primary care access (39:1 ratio) than the state average (55:1).

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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.