Laramie County Health Data

Laramie County, Wyoming

Health Score

59/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.0 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.0%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

64

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

486

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Laramie County, Wyoming

Life expectancy near U.S. national average

Laramie County's 76.0-year life expectancy sits slightly below the U.S. average of 79 years, placing the county in the middle range of American health outcomes. The 14.5% poor/fair health rate aligns closely with national patterns, indicating moderate population health challenges.

Slightly below Wyoming's health baseline

At 76.0 years, Laramie County trails Wyoming's state average of 77.0 years by a single year. The 14.5% poor/fair health rate exceeds the state's typical profile, suggesting localized health disparities that warrant attention.

Mid-tier outcomes in Wyoming context

Laramie County's 76.0-year life expectancy places it between the lowest (Hot Springs at 73.0) and highest (Johnson at 79.3) peers in the state. However, primary care access at 64 providers per 100K ranks among the weakest—a significant gap compared to Johnson County's 151.

Uninsured rate below state average

12.0% of Laramie County residents lack health insurance, a positive 2.8 points below Wyoming's average of 14.8%. Yet primary care access is constrained at 64 per 100K, while mental health providers are plentiful at 486 per 100K—creating uneven access to routine care.

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If you're among Laramie County's 12% uninsured, now is the time to explore coverage options through Wyoming's health marketplace or Medicaid. Visit healthcare.gov or call your local health department to find affordable plans and primary care providers nearby.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Laramie County, WY?
Laramie County has a health score of 59/100, rated "Average." It ranks #8 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 Laramie County?
Life expectancy in Laramie County is 76.0 years. The Wyoming state average is 77.0 years, making Laramie County below the state average.
How does Laramie County health compare to the Wyoming average?
Laramie County's health score of 59/100 is above the Wyoming average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 76.0 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 12.0% vs. 14.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Laramie County?
Key health factors for Laramie County include: life expectancy (76.0 years), uninsured rate (12.0%), and primary care physician access (64:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 486:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Laramie County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 59/100 ("Average"), Laramie County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Wyoming. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.0 years. 12.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Laramie County healthier than the Wyoming average?
Laramie County's health score of 59/100 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. Laramie County has better primary care access (64:1 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.