Goshen County Health Data

Goshen County, Wyoming

Health Score

53/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.8%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

80

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

625

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Goshen County, Wyoming

Goshen County near national health average

At 75.8 years, Goshen County's life expectancy falls 0.3 years below the U.S. average of 76.1 years, placing it right in the middle nationally. With 15.1% of residents reporting poor or fair health—below the national average of 17.3%—Goshen County's population enjoys relatively solid health status.

Moderate health outcomes in Wyoming

Goshen County's 75.8-year life expectancy sits 1.2 years below Wyoming's 77.0-year state average, ranking it in the lower-middle tier of Wyoming counties. The 15.1% poor/fair health rate is among the state's better rates, suggesting a population managing chronic conditions reasonably well.

Excellent mental health provider access

Goshen County's 80 primary care providers per 100,000 residents matches Albany County's levels and far exceeds Big Horn County's 34 per 100K. Most impressively, Goshen County's 625 mental health providers per 100,000 rivals Albany County's 617 per 100K, ensuring residents have exceptional behavioral health access.

Strong provider access supports coverage

Goshen County's 13.8% uninsured rate—below Wyoming's 14.8% state average—means most residents can access care. With 80 primary care providers per 100,000 and exceptional mental health provider availability at 625 per 100,000, Goshen County residents enjoy competitive healthcare access.

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Though Goshen County has strong coverage rates, about 1 in 7 residents remain uninsured. Visit healthcare.gov to explore your options and ensure you're fully protected.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Goshen County, WY?
Goshen County has a health score of 53/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #12 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 Goshen County?
Life expectancy in Goshen County is 75.8 years. The Wyoming state average is 77.0 years, making Goshen County below the state average.
How does Goshen County health compare to the Wyoming average?
Goshen County's health score of 53/100 is below the Wyoming average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 75.8 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 13.8% vs. 14.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Goshen County?
Key health factors for Goshen County include: life expectancy (75.8 years), uninsured rate (13.8%), and primary care physician access (80:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 625:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Goshen County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 53/100 ("Below Average"), Goshen County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Wyoming. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.8 years. 13.8% 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 Goshen County?
Goshen County's health score of 53/100 is below the Wyoming average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 13.8% 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.