Sanpete County Health Data

Sanpete County, Utah

Health Score

53/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.2%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

971

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Sanpete County, Utah

Sanpete County slightly trails national health trends

Life expectancy of 77.2 years is nearly a full year less than the U.S. average of 76.4 years, though the gap is modest. About 19.1% of Sanpete residents report poor or fair health, higher than the national average, reflecting some underlying health challenges.

Below Utah's health average

Sanpete County's 77.2-year life expectancy falls 0.7 years short of Utah's 77.9-year average. The 19.1% poor/fair health rate exceeds the state median, indicating worse health outcomes than typical for Utah.

Mixed outcomes in central Utah

Sanpete County's 77.2-year life expectancy matches Sevier County (77.3 years) closely but trails Summit County (84.0 years) by 6.8 years. Central Utah shows wide variation in longevity despite shared geography.

Mental health resources abundant, primary care sparse

Sanpete County offers an exceptional 971 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, far exceeding state norms, but only 41 primary care providers. The 11.2% uninsured rate sits just above the state average, meaning access to those providers remains a barrier for some.

Maximize available mental health resources

Sanpete County's 11.2% uninsured rate means thousands lack coverage for mental health services despite the county's exceptional provider availability. Enrolling in a plan through Healthcare.gov or Utah's marketplace connects residents to these abundant mental health resources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Sanpete County, UT?
Sanpete County has a health score of 53/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #20 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 Sanpete County?
Life expectancy in Sanpete County is 77.2 years. The Utah state average is 77.9 years, making Sanpete County below the state average.
How does Sanpete County health compare to the Utah average?
Sanpete County's health score of 53/100 is below the Utah average of 62/100. Life expectancy is 77.2 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 11.2% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Sanpete County?
Key health factors for Sanpete County include: life expectancy (77.2 years), uninsured rate (11.2%), and primary care physician access (41:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 971:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sanpete County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 53/100 ("Below Average"), Sanpete County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Utah. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.2 years. 11.2% 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 Sanpete County?
Sanpete County's health score of 53/100 is below the Utah average of 62/100. The uninsured rate of 11.2% 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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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.