Wayne County Health Data

Wayne County, Utah

Health Score

45/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.5 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.0%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

689

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Wayne County, Utah

Wayne County faces serious health challenges

Wayne County residents live an average of 75.5 years—2.3 years below the U.S. average of 77.8 years. With 17.0% experiencing poor or fair health, the county has the highest burden of health struggles in the region.

Lowest life expectancy in Utah

Wayne County's 75.5-year life expectancy is 2.4 years below Utah's state average of 77.9 years, making it the state's lowest. Its 17.0% poor/fair health rate is the highest in Utah, signaling a county facing acute health crises.

Lagging all surrounding counties

Wayne County trails all neighboring Utah counties—its 75.5-year life expectancy is 3.5 to 5.5 years lower than Utah, Washington, or Wasatch counties. Its 17.0% poor/fair health rate is dramatically higher than peers, with only Washington County (14.1%) approaching this burden.

Access data limited, uninsured rate highest

Primary care provider data for Wayne County is limited, but we know 689 mental health providers per 100,000 residents serve the county. With a 15.0% uninsured rate—the region's highest—many residents lack insurance to access either mental or physical healthcare.

Healthcare coverage is urgent

One in six Wayne County residents lack health insurance, likely contributing to the county's poor health outcomes. Visit healthcare.gov or contact Utah's Health Insurance Marketplace immediately to secure coverage and connect with available care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Wayne County, UT?
Wayne County has a health score of 45/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #25 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 Wayne County?
Life expectancy in Wayne County is 75.5 years. The Utah state average is 77.9 years, making Wayne County below the state average.
How does Wayne County health compare to the Utah average?
Wayne County's health score of 45/100 is below the Utah average of 62/100. Life expectancy is 75.5 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 15.0% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Wayne County?
Key health factors for Wayne County include: life expectancy (75.5 years), uninsured rate (15.0%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 689:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Wayne County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 45/100 ("Below Average"), Wayne County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Utah. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.5 years. 15.0% 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 Wayne County?
Wayne County's health score of 45/100 is below the Utah average of 62/100. The uninsured rate of 15.0% 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.