Utah County Health Data

Utah County, Utah

Health Score

83/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.4 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.0%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

344

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Utah County, Utah

Utah County lives longer than most Americans

Utah County residents live an average of 79.4 years—1.6 years longer than the U.S. average of 77.8 years. Just 11.9% of the county experiences poor or fair health, a notably lower rate than the national benchmark, suggesting strong overall health outcomes for most residents.

Utah County tops state health rankings

Utah County's 79.4-year life expectancy outpaces Utah's state average of 77.9 years, placing it among the healthiest counties in the state. With one of the lowest poor/fair health rates statewide, the county consistently performs above-average on key health indicators.

Healthiest in its regional peer group

Utah County's life expectancy matches or exceeds most neighboring Utah counties, though Wasatch County edges ahead at 81.0 years. Its 11.9% poor/fair health rate ranks favorably compared to Washington County (14.1%) and Weber County (14.8%).

Good access, still some gaps

Utah County has 41 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 344 mental health providers per 100,000—well above many rural Utah counties. With an 8.0% uninsured rate, slightly below the state average of 10.2%, most residents have healthcare coverage.

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Even though Utah County's uninsured rate is low, 1 in 12 residents still lack health insurance. Visit healthcare.gov or Utah's Health Insurance Marketplace to explore plans that fit your needs and budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Utah County, UT?
Utah County has a health score of 83/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #5 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 Utah County?
Life expectancy in Utah County is 79.4 years. The Utah state average is 77.9 years, making Utah County above the state average.
How does Utah County health compare to the Utah average?
Utah County's health score of 83/100 is above the Utah average of 62/100. Life expectancy is 79.4 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 8.0% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Utah County?
Key health factors for Utah County include: life expectancy (79.4 years), uninsured rate (8.0%), and primary care physician access (41:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 344:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Utah County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 83/100 ("Excellent"), Utah County is one of the healthier counties in Utah. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.4 years. 8.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Utah County healthier than the Utah average?
Utah County's health score of 83/100 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. Utah County has better primary care access (41:1 ratio) than the state average (55:1).

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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.