Park County Health Data

Park County, Wyoming

Health Score

64/100

Average

Life Expectancy

78.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.1 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

130

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

403

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Park County, Wyoming

Life expectancy exceeds U.S. national average

Park County residents live to 78.1 years on average, just below the U.S. average of 79 years but within healthy range. At 13.5%, the poor/fair health rate ranks better than the national average, reflecting a generally healthy population.

Above Wyoming's health baseline

Park County's 78.1-year life expectancy exceeds Wyoming's state average of 77.0 years, placing it among the state's healthier communities. The 13.5% poor/fair health rate also ranks favorably within Wyoming's county landscape.

Strong longevity, robust provider access

Park County's 78.1-year life expectancy ranks third among peers, trailing only Johnson and Lincoln counties. Primary care access at 130 per 100K is solid and second-best in the group, with mental health providers at 403 per 100K offering strong behavioral health support.

Moderate uninsured rate, strong healthcare access

14.1% of Park County residents lack health insurance, just below Wyoming's average of 14.8%, while primary care access at 130 per 100K and mental health support at 403 per 100K provide good care options. This combination of moderate insurance gaps and solid provider availability puts Park County in a favorable position relative to other Wyoming communities.

Ensure coverage for your household

With strong healthcare infrastructure in place, Park County residents should prioritize securing insurance coverage to maximize these available resources. Visit healthcare.gov or your local health office to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, and local providers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Park County, WY?
Park County has a health score of 64/100, rated "Average." It ranks #5 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 Park County?
Life expectancy in Park County is 78.1 years. The Wyoming state average is 77.0 years, making Park County above the state average.
How does Park County health compare to the Wyoming average?
Park County's health score of 64/100 is above the Wyoming average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 78.1 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 14.1% vs. 14.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Park County?
Key health factors for Park County include: life expectancy (78.1 years), uninsured rate (14.1%), and primary care physician access (130:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 403:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Park County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 64/100 ("Average"), Park County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Wyoming. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.1 years. 14.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Park County healthier than the Wyoming average?
Park County's health score of 64/100 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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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.