Uintah County Health Data

Uintah County, Utah

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

44/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.6 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.2%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

39

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

180

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.0%

State avg 16.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

27.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 38.7 per 100K

Dentists

5.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

2.7

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 Uintah County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureUintahState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity35.4%31.9%37.6%3.5 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.2%9.4%11.2%0.8 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure30.2%28.9%33.5%1.3 pts worse than state
Depression27.2%26.8%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureUintahState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking12.5%10.2%16.3%2.3 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking12.9%12.2%17.8%0.7 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity21.4%19.3%27.0%2.1 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureUintahState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup69.0%70.9%74.9%1.9 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)60.8%66.5%57.3%5.7 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)63.1%69.6%73.3%6.5 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureUintahState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.8%17.8%18.6%1.0 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration37.3%34.9%37.3%2.4 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Uintah 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

Health Insurance Coverage Rates in Uintah County

Health data brief for Uintah County, Utah.

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

The uninsured rate in Uintah County is 12.2%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 10.2% and the national average of 10%. The county reports a life expectancy of 74.6 years, which is below the state average of 77.9 years and the national average of 77 years. There are 39 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70, and 180 mental health providers per 100,000, compared to the national median of 250. Additionally, 18.0% of the adult population reports being in poor or fair health, a figure that is slightly above the national average of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Uintah 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.

Ashley Regional Medical Center

ER
4/5
(435) 789-3342
150 West 100 North, Vernal, UT 84078
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

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 Uintah County, UT?
Uintah County has a health score of 44/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #26 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 Uintah County?
Life expectancy in Uintah County is 74.6 years. The Utah state average is 77.9 years, making Uintah County below the state average.
How does Uintah County health compare to the Utah average?
Uintah County's health score of 44/100 is below the Utah average of 62/100. Life expectancy is 74.6 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 12.2% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Uintah County?
Key health factors for Uintah County include: life expectancy (74.6 years), uninsured rate (12.2%), and primary care physician access (39:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 180:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Uintah County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 44/100 ("Below Average"), Uintah County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Utah. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.6 years. 12.2% 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 Uintah County?
Uintah County's health score of 44/100 is below the Utah average of 62/100. The uninsured rate of 12.2% 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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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.