Crook County Health Data

Crook County, Wyoming

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

Data Story

About Health in Crook County, Wyoming

Crook County slightly trails national average

At 76.8 years, Crook County's life expectancy edges below the U.S. average of 76.1 years. With 14.9% of residents reporting poor or fair health, the county sits below the national average of 17.3%, suggesting a relatively healthy local population.

Above-average health in Wyoming

Crook County's 76.8-year life expectancy approaches Wyoming's 77.0-year state average, placing it in the upper-middle tier of Wyoming counties. The 14.9% poor/fair health rate ranks among the state's better outcomes, reflecting a relatively healthy population.

Limited providers for rural county

Crook County's 41 primary care providers per 100,000 residents fall below Campbell County's 56 per 100K and Albany County's 80 per 100K, reflecting its smaller population base. Mental health providers at 53 per 100,000 are notably sparse—among the state's lowest—requiring residents to seek care in neighboring areas.

Good health despite rural constraints

Crook County's 14.7% uninsured rate matches the state average, and residents generally enjoy reasonable healthcare access relative to Wyoming's rural counties. However, the county's minimal mental health provider base—just 53 per 100,000—creates gaps in behavioral health services for residents needing specialized care.

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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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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.