Sevier County Health Data

Sevier County, Utah

Health Score

57/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.3 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.7%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

278

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Sevier County, Utah

Sevier County near national health average

At 77.3 years, Sevier County's life expectancy essentially matches the U.S. average of 76.4 years. The 17.3% poor/fair health rate exceeds the national median, suggesting room for improved prevention and chronic disease management.

Slightly below Utah average

Sevier County's 77.3-year life expectancy trails Utah's 77.9-year state average by 0.6 years. The county ranks in the middle tier of Utah health outcomes, with neither pronounced advantages nor serious challenges.

Central Utah's mixed health picture

Sevier County's 77.3-year life expectancy closely mirrors Sanpete County (77.2 years) but substantially lags Summit County (84.0 years) by 6.7 years. The region shows marked differences in longevity across relatively short distances.

Limited primary care, decent mental health support

Sevier County provides 46 primary care providers and 278 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—both below state or regional highs. The 11.7% uninsured rate slightly exceeds Utah's average, creating barriers for residents seeking care.

Insurance opens access to local care

With 11.7% of Sevier County residents uninsured, signing up at Healthcare.gov or Utah's marketplace is a direct path to coverage. Getting insured ensures access to the county's 46 primary care providers and mental health services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Sevier County, UT?
Sevier County has a health score of 57/100, rated "Average." It ranks #19 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 Sevier County?
Life expectancy in Sevier County is 77.3 years. The Utah state average is 77.9 years, making Sevier County below the state average.
How does Sevier County health compare to the Utah average?
Sevier County's health score of 57/100 is below the Utah average of 62/100. Life expectancy is 77.3 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 11.7% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Sevier County?
Key health factors for Sevier County include: life expectancy (77.3 years), uninsured rate (11.7%), and primary care physician access (46:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 278:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sevier County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 57/100 ("Average"), Sevier County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Utah. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.3 years. 11.7% 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 Sevier County?
Sevier County's health score of 57/100 is below the Utah average of 62/100. The uninsured rate of 11.7% 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.