Hot Springs County Health Data

Hot Springs County, Wyoming

Health Score

38/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.0 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.3%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

109

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

322

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hot Springs County, Wyoming

Life expectancy lags behind national pace

Hot Springs County residents live to an average of 73.0 years, about 6 years shorter than the U.S. average of 79 years. With 16.2% of the population reporting poor or fair health, the county faces steeper health challenges than the national average of roughly 12%.

Among Wyoming's lower life expectancy counties

At 73.0 years, Hot Springs County's life expectancy falls 4 years below Wyoming's state average of 77.0 years, placing it in the lower tier of the state's health rankings. The poor/fair health rate of 16.2% exceeds the typical state pattern, signaling concentrated health vulnerabilities.

Comparison with nearby Wyoming counties

Hot Springs County's 73.0-year life expectancy trails Johnson County's 79.3 years by over 6 years, though it tracks closer to Natrona County's 74.9 years. Primary care is moderately accessible at 109 providers per 100K, but mental health support at 322 per 100K is below the strongest neighbors.

Uninsured rate slightly above state average

15.3% of Hot Springs County residents lack health insurance, a half-point above Wyoming's state average of 14.8%. With 109 primary care providers per 100K and 322 mental health providers, healthcare access is uneven—some services are available, but gaps remain in daily care availability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hot Springs County, WY?
Hot Springs County has a health score of 38/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #22 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 Hot Springs County?
Life expectancy in Hot Springs County is 73.0 years. The Wyoming state average is 77.0 years, making Hot Springs County below the state average.
How does Hot Springs County health compare to the Wyoming average?
Hot Springs County's health score of 38/100 is below the Wyoming average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 73.0 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 15.3% vs. 14.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Hot Springs County?
Key health factors for Hot Springs County include: life expectancy (73.0 years), uninsured rate (15.3%), and primary care physician access (109:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 322:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hot Springs County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 38/100 ("Below Average"), Hot Springs County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Wyoming. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.0 years. 15.3% 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 Hot Springs County?
Hot Springs County's health score of 38/100 is below the Wyoming average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 15.3% 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.