Wasatch County Health Data

Wasatch County, Utah

Health Score

85/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

81.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

81.0 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.3%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

50

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

129

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Wasatch County, Utah

Wasatch County leads on life expectancy

Wasatch County residents live 81.0 years on average—3.2 years longer than the U.S. average of 77.8 years. With only 10.6% experiencing poor or fair health, the county ranks among America's healthiest regions.

State's longest-living county

Wasatch County's 81.0-year life expectancy significantly exceeds Utah's state average of 77.9 years, making it the healthiest county by this measure in the state. Its 10.6% poor/fair health rate is the lowest in Utah.

Clear health advantage over neighbors

Wasatch County's 81.0-year life expectancy is 1.6 years higher than Utah County (79.4) and nearly 6 years higher than Wayne County (75.5). Its low poor/fair health rate stands out dramatically compared to Washington County (14.1%) and Wayne County (17.0%).

Strong primary care, fewer mental health providers

Wasatch County offers 50 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—above the county average—but only 129 mental health providers per 100,000, the lowest ratio in the region. Its 8.3% uninsured rate slightly exceeds the state average of 10.2%, meaning most residents have coverage.

Ensure continuous health coverage

Though Wasatch County has strong health outcomes, maintaining insurance is key to sustaining them. Check healthcare.gov or Utah's Health Insurance Marketplace to confirm your coverage is current and meets your family's needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Wasatch County, UT?
Wasatch County has a health score of 85/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #3 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 Wasatch County?
Life expectancy in Wasatch County is 81.0 years. The Utah state average is 77.9 years, making Wasatch County above the state average.
How does Wasatch County health compare to the Utah average?
Wasatch County's health score of 85/100 is above the Utah average of 62/100. Life expectancy is 81.0 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 8.3% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Wasatch County?
Key health factors for Wasatch County include: life expectancy (81.0 years), uninsured rate (8.3%), and primary care physician access (50:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 129:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Wasatch County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 85/100 ("Excellent"), Wasatch County is one of the healthier counties in Utah. Residents have a life expectancy of 81.0 years. 8.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Wasatch County healthier than the Utah average?
Wasatch County's health score of 85/100 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. Wasatch County has better primary care access (50:1 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.