Crook County Health Data

Crook County, Wyoming

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

56/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.8 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.7%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

53

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

14.9%

State avg 15.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

40.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 41.0 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

40.9

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 Crook County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCrookState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity32.1%34.1%37.6%2.0 pts better than state
Diabetes8.4%9.3%11.2%0.9 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure26.9%28.4%33.5%1.5 pts better than state
Depression21.8%22.2%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCrookState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.7%14.7%16.3%1.0 pts better than state
Binge Drinking19.2%17.2%17.8%2.0 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity22.4%24.8%27.0%2.4 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCrookState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup67.2%66.6%74.9%0.6 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)60.4%60.9%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)67.1%65.8%73.3%1.3 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureCrookState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.9%17.0%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration31.4%32.9%37.3%1.5 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Crook County nationally on physical inactivity.

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

Data Story

Mental Health Provider Ratio in Crook County Below National Median

Health data brief for Crook County, Wyoming.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Crook County reports 53 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. Primary care provider availability is also lower than national norms, with 41 providers per 100,000 compared to the national median of 70. The uninsured rate for the county is 14.7%, which mirrors the Wyoming state average of 14.8% but is higher than the national average of 10%. Life expectancy in Crook County is 76.8 years, which is slightly lower than both the state average of 77.0 years and the national average of 77 years. However, the rate of adults reporting poor or fair health is 14.9%, which is lower than the national average of 17%. These data points reflect current healthcare access and health status. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Crook County, Wyoming

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.

Crook County Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(307) 283-3501
713 Oak Street, Sundance, WY 82729
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

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 Crook County, WY?
Crook County has a health score of 56/100, rated "Average." It ranks #9 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 Crook County?
Life expectancy in Crook County is 76.8 years. The Wyoming state average is 77.0 years, making Crook County below the state average.
How does Crook County health compare to the Wyoming average?
Crook County's health score of 56/100 is above the Wyoming average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 76.8 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 14.7% vs. 14.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Crook County?
Key health factors for Crook County include: life expectancy (76.8 years), uninsured rate (14.7%), and primary care physician access (41:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 53:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Crook County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 56/100 ("Average"), Crook County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Wyoming. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.8 years. 14.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Crook County healthier than the Wyoming average?
Crook County's health score of 56/100 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. Crook County has better primary care access (41:1 ratio) than the state average (71:1).

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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.