Wasatch County Health Data

Wasatch County, Utah

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

10.6%

State avg 16.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

25.1

per 100K residentsCDC: 49.8 per 100K

Dentists

14.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

8.4

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 Wasatch County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureWasatchState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity24.1%31.9%37.6%7.8 pts better than state
Diabetes7.4%9.4%11.2%2.0 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure24.9%28.9%33.5%4.0 pts better than state
Depression22.8%26.8%24.1%4.0 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureWasatchState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking7.3%10.2%16.3%2.9 pts better than state
Binge Drinking12.7%12.2%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity16.5%19.3%27.0%2.8 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureWasatchState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup72.4%70.9%74.9%1.5 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)75.9%66.5%57.3%9.4 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.2%69.6%73.3%2.6 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureWasatchState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress15.1%17.8%18.6%2.7 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration28.3%34.9%37.3%6.6 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Wasatch County nationally on dental visit (past year).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Wasatch County Residents Average 81 Years of Life Expectancy

Health data brief for Wasatch County, Utah.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Residents of Wasatch County have an average life expectancy of 81.0 years, which is longer than the Utah state average of 77.9 years and the 77-year national mark. The rate of adults reporting poor or fair health is 10.6%, a figure lower than the 17% national rate. For medical coverage, 8.3% of the population is uninsured, compared to 10.2% across Utah and 10% nationwide. Provider data shows 50 primary care doctors per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The mental health provider ratio is 129 per 100,000, which is lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. These numbers are recorded in recent federal health and provider databases. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Wasatch 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.

Intermountain Health Heber Valley Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(435) 654-2500
454 East Medical Way, Heber City, UT 84032
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 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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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.