Sheridan County Health Data

Sheridan County, Wyoming

Health Score

66/100

Average

Life Expectancy

78.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.2 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.1%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

66

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

529

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Sheridan County, Wyoming

Sheridan outpaces nation on longevity

At 78.2 years, Sheridan County residents live nearly a year longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years. Just 13.4% report poor or fair health—below the national rate of 17%—signaling stronger overall wellness despite Wyoming's rural setting.

Above-average health in statewide ranking

Sheridan's 78.2-year life expectancy ranks it above Wyoming's state average of 77.0 years, placing it in the healthier half of the state's counties. The county's 13.4% poor/fair health rate also beats the state median, reflecting better chronic disease management.

Healthier than Washakie, younger than Sublette

Sheridan's life expectancy falls between neighboring Washakie County (76.1 years) and Sublette County (80.2 years), while its 13.4% poor/fair health rate outperforms Washakie's 17.1%. The county offers competitive mental health provider density at 529 per 100,000—far ahead of rural peers.

Healthcare access solid, uninsured affordable

With 13.1% uninsured—below the state average of 14.8%—Sheridan sees better insurance coverage. The county provides 66 primary care providers per 100,000 and exceptional mental health support, making routine and behavioral care relatively accessible for a mountain region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Sheridan County, WY?
Sheridan County has a health score of 66/100, rated "Average." It ranks #4 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 Sheridan County?
Life expectancy in Sheridan County is 78.2 years. The Wyoming state average is 77.0 years, making Sheridan County above the state average.
How does Sheridan County health compare to the Wyoming average?
Sheridan County's health score of 66/100 is above the Wyoming average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 78.2 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 13.1% vs. 14.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Sheridan County?
Key health factors for Sheridan County include: life expectancy (78.2 years), uninsured rate (13.1%), and primary care physician access (66:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 529:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sheridan County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 66/100 ("Average"), Sheridan County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Wyoming. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.2 years. 13.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Sheridan County healthier than the Wyoming average?
Sheridan County's health score of 66/100 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. Sheridan County has better primary care access (66:1 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.