Albany County Health Data

Albany County, Wyoming

Health Score

62/100

Average

Life Expectancy

78.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.5 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.7%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

80

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

617

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Albany County, Wyoming

Albany County lives longer than most

At 78.5 years, Albany County's life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 76.1 years by more than two years. Just 15.2% of residents report poor or fair health, slightly below the national rate of 17.3%, suggesting a relatively healthy population by national standards.

Top health outcomes in Wyoming

Albany County ranks among Wyoming's healthiest counties, with life expectancy 1.5 years above the state average of 77.0 years. The county's 15.2% poor/fair health rate is better than most Wyoming counties, placing it in the top tier for overall health outcomes.

Strong advantage over neighboring counties

Albany County outpaces nearby Carbon County (75.8 years) and Big Horn County (76.1 years) in life expectancy. With 80 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Albany also exceeds Campbell County's 56 per 100K and Big Horn's 34 per 100K.

Accessible care meets lower uninsured rates

Albany County's 13.7% uninsured rate sits below the state average of 14.8%, and the county's 80 primary care providers per 100,000 residents ensure most residents can access routine care. With 617 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—more than triple the state median—Albany County residents have robust access to behavioral health services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Albany County, WY?
Albany County has a health score of 62/100, rated "Average." It ranks #7 out of 23 counties in Wyoming (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 Albany County?
Life expectancy in Albany County is 78.5 years. The Wyoming state average is 77.0 years, making Albany County above the state average.
How does Albany County health compare to the Wyoming average?
Albany County's health score of 62/100 is above the Wyoming average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 78.5 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 13.7% vs. 14.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Albany County?
Key health factors for Albany County include: life expectancy (78.5 years), uninsured rate (13.7%), and primary care physician access (80:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 617:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Albany County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 62/100 ("Average"), Albany County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Wyoming. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.5 years. 13.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Albany County healthier than the Wyoming average?
Albany County's health score of 62/100 exceeds the Wyoming average of 54/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.