Converse County Health Data

Converse County, Wyoming

Health Score

55/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.2%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

59

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

254

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Converse County, Wyoming

Converse County exceeds national health marks

At 77.2 years, Converse County's life expectancy surpasses the U.S. average of 76.1 years by 1.1 years. With 16.8% of residents in poor or fair health—slightly below the national average of 17.3%—Converse County demonstrates above-average health outcomes nationally.

Healthy population by Wyoming standards

Converse County's 77.2-year life expectancy tops Wyoming's 77.0-year state average, placing it among the state's healthier counties. The 16.8% poor/fair health rate sits near state levels, reflecting overall population health consistent with Wyoming's healthiest counties.

Strong provider access in the region

Converse County's 59 primary care providers per 100,000 residents provide solid access, approaching Campbell County's 56 per 100K and trailing only Albany County's 80 per 100K. Mental health providers at 254 per 100,000 represent respectable availability, though less than Albany County's 617 per 100K.

Low uninsured rates support good access

Converse County's 13.2% uninsured rate—the lowest in the region and below Wyoming's 14.8% average—means most residents can access care. With 59 primary care providers per 100,000 and 254 mental health providers per 100,000, Converse County offers residents competitive healthcare options.

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Though Converse County has low uninsured rates, 1 in 8 residents still lack coverage. Visit healthcare.gov to review your options or explore employer plans.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Converse County, WY?
Converse County has a health score of 55/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #11 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 Converse County?
Life expectancy in Converse County is 77.2 years. The Wyoming state average is 77.0 years, making Converse County above the state average.
How does Converse County health compare to the Wyoming average?
Converse County's health score of 55/100 is above the Wyoming average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 77.2 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 13.2% vs. 14.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Converse County?
Key health factors for Converse County include: life expectancy (77.2 years), uninsured rate (13.2%), and primary care physician access (59:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 254:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Converse County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 55/100 ("Below Average"), Converse County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Wyoming. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.2 years. 13.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Converse County healthier than the Wyoming average?
Converse County's health score of 55/100 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. Converse County has better primary care access (59:1 ratio) than the state average (71:1).

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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.