Big Horn County Health Data

Big Horn County, Wyoming

Health Score

49/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.1 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.8%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

34

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

166

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Big Horn County, Wyoming

Big Horn County faces national health gap

At 76.1 years, Big Horn County's life expectancy falls 2.0 years short of the U.S. average of 76.1 years. With 15.4% of residents in poor or fair health, the county tracks slightly below the national rate, but the shorter lifespan signals underlying health challenges.

Below-average health across Wyoming

Big Horn County's 76.1-year life expectancy ranks below Wyoming's state average of 77.0 years, placing it among the state's lower-performing counties. The county's 15.4% poor/fair health rate is close to state levels, but the life expectancy gap indicates chronic challenges.

Fewest providers in the region

Big Horn County has just 34 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the lowest in its region and well below Campbell County's 56 per 100K and Albany County's 80 per 100K. Mental health access is similarly strained at 166 providers per 100,000, less than half Albany County's 617 per 100K.

Healthcare access barriers persist

Big Horn County's 18.8% uninsured rate—the highest in Wyoming—means nearly 1 in 5 residents lack health coverage, significantly above the state average of 14.8%. The scarcity of primary care and mental health providers compounds this challenge, leaving residents with fewer options for preventive and behavioral care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Big Horn County, WY?
Big Horn County has a health score of 49/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #14 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 Big Horn County?
Life expectancy in Big Horn County is 76.1 years. The Wyoming state average is 77.0 years, making Big Horn County below the state average.
How does Big Horn County health compare to the Wyoming average?
Big Horn County's health score of 49/100 is below the Wyoming average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 76.1 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 18.8% vs. 14.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Big Horn County?
Key health factors for Big Horn County include: life expectancy (76.1 years), uninsured rate (18.8%), and primary care physician access (34:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 166:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Big Horn County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 49/100 ("Below Average"), Big Horn County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Wyoming. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.1 years. 18.8% 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 Big Horn County?
Big Horn County's health score of 49/100 is below the Wyoming average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 18.8% 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.