Lincoln County Health Data
Lincoln County, Wyoming
Health Score
63/100
Average
Life Expectancy
79.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.0 yr
State avg 77.0 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.8%
State avg 14.8%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
65
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
139
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Lincoln County, Wyoming
Life expectancy exceeds U.S. national average
Lincoln County residents reach an average life expectancy of 79.0 years, matching or slightly exceeding the U.S. average of 79 years. The 13.8% poor/fair health rate sits comfortably below the national average, reflecting a relatively healthy population.
Above average health by state measures
Lincoln County's 79.0-year life expectancy exceeds Wyoming's state average of 77.0 years by 2 years, positioning it among the state's healthier communities. The 13.8% poor/fair health rate ranks favorably within Wyoming's county landscape.
Top longevity, but uninsured rate stands out
Lincoln County ties Johnson County for the highest life expectancy at 79.0 years, outpacing most peer counties significantly. However, its 16.8% uninsured rate is the highest among neighbors, despite solid primary care access of 65 per 100K.
High uninsured rate despite good health
16.8% of Lincoln County residents lack health insurance, the highest rate among Wyoming's sampled counties and 2 points above the state average. With only 139 mental health providers per 100K and 65 primary care providers, access to care remains limited despite strong life expectancy outcomes.
Affordable coverage is available now
If you're uninsured in Lincoln County, securing health coverage should be a priority—nearly 1 in 6 residents currently lack it. Visit healthcare.gov or your county health office to enroll in Medicaid or a marketplace plan before the next enrollment period closes.
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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.