Natrona County Health Data

Natrona County, Wyoming

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

46/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.9 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.2%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

72

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

500

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.9%

State avg 15.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

18.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 71.6 per 100K

Dentists

6.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

18.8

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 Natrona County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureNatronaState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity36.4%34.1%37.6%2.3 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.6%9.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure27.1%28.4%33.5%1.3 pts better than state
Depression23.9%22.2%24.1%1.7 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureNatronaState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.0%14.7%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking17.4%17.2%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity25.5%24.8%27.0%0.7 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureNatronaState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup68.6%66.6%74.9%2.0 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)60.3%60.9%57.3%0.6 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)68.8%65.8%73.3%3.0 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureNatronaState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.2%17.0%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration35.2%32.9%37.3%2.3 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Natrona County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

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

Data Story

Natrona County Reports High Concentration of Mental Health Providers

Health data brief for Natrona County, Wyoming.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Natrona County reports 500 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a density exactly double the national median of 250 per 100,000. The county has 72 primary care providers per 100,000, matching the national median of 70 per 100,000. Life expectancy is 74.9 years, which is shorter than the Wyoming average of 77.0 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 13.2%, lower than the state's 14.8% average but higher than the national 10% figure. Approximately 16.9% of residents report poor or fair health, a rate nearly equal to the national average of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Natrona 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.

Banner Wyoming Medical Center

ER
2/5
(307) 577-7201
1233 East 2nd St, Casper, WY 82601
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Local

Summit Medical Center

Not rated by CMS
(307) 232-6600
6350 E 2nd Street, Casper, WY 82609
Acute Care HospitalsPhysician

Wyoming Behavioral Institute

Not rated by CMS
(307) 237-7444
2521 East 15th Street, Casper, WY 82609
PsychiatricProprietary

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 Natrona County, WY?
Natrona County has a health score of 46/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #19 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 Natrona County?
Life expectancy in Natrona County is 74.9 years. The Wyoming state average is 77.0 years, making Natrona County below the state average.
How does Natrona County health compare to the Wyoming average?
Natrona County's health score of 46/100 is below the Wyoming average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.9 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 13.2% vs. 14.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Natrona County?
Key health factors for Natrona County include: life expectancy (74.9 years), uninsured rate (13.2%), and primary care physician access (72:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 500:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Natrona County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 46/100 ("Below Average"), Natrona County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Wyoming. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.9 years. 13.2% 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 Natrona County?
Natrona County's health score of 46/100 is below the Wyoming average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 13.2% 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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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.