Johnson County Health Data

Johnson County, Wyoming

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

73/100

Average

Life Expectancy

79.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.3 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.2%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

151

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

320

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

13.8%

State avg 15.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Dentists

23.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

11.6

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 Johnson County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureJohnsonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity35.6%34.1%37.6%1.5 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.3%9.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure28.2%28.4%33.5%near state average
Depression21.8%22.2%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureJohnsonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.3%14.7%16.3%0.6 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking16.9%17.2%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity25.7%24.8%27.0%0.9 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureJohnsonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup65.6%66.6%74.9%1.0 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)63.3%60.9%57.3%2.4 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)66.3%65.8%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureJohnsonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.2%17.0%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration31.3%32.9%37.3%1.6 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Johnson County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Johnson County Primary Care Access More Than Doubles National Median

Health data brief for Johnson County, Wyoming.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Johnson County reports 151 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, more than double the national median of 70 per 100,000. The density of mental health providers is 320 per 100,000, which also exceeds the national median of 250 per 100,000. Residents in the county have a life expectancy of 79.3 years, which is higher than both the Wyoming state average of 77.0 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 11.2%, which is lower than the statewide average of 14.8% but remains higher than the 10% national average. About 13.8% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, a lower percentage than the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Johnson 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.

Johnson County Healthcare Center

Not rated by CMS
(307) 684-5521
497 West Lott, Buffalo, WY 82834
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 Johnson County, WY?
Johnson County has a health score of 73/100, rated "Average." It ranks #1 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 Johnson County?
Life expectancy in Johnson County is 79.3 years. The Wyoming state average is 77.0 years, making Johnson County above the state average.
How does Johnson County health compare to the Wyoming average?
Johnson County's health score of 73/100 is above the Wyoming average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 79.3 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 11.2% vs. 14.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Johnson County?
Key health factors for Johnson County include: life expectancy (79.3 years), uninsured rate (11.2%), and primary care physician access (151:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 320:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Johnson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 73/100 ("Average"), Johnson County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Wyoming. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.3 years. 11.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Johnson County healthier than the Wyoming average?
Johnson County's health score of 73/100 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.

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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.