Teton County Health Data

Teton County, Wyoming

Health Score

71/100

Average

Life Expectancy

87.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

87.6 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.2%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

93

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

646

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Teton County, Wyoming

Teton sets the gold standard nationally

At 87.6 years, Teton County's life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 76.4 years by over 11 years—the highest in America for rural counties. Just 10.6% report poor or fair health, less than two-thirds the national rate of 17%, reflecting world-class health outcomes.

Wyoming's longest-living and healthiest county

Teton's 87.6-year life expectancy is 10.6 years above Wyoming's state average of 77.0 years, making it an extreme outlier. Its 10.6% poor/fair health rate is the lowest in the state by a wide margin, indicating superior chronic disease prevention and management.

Dramatically healthier than all peers

Teton's 87.6-year life expectancy towers over neighboring Sublette (80.2 years) and all other Wyoming counties. Its 10.6% poor/fair health rate is 7 percentage points better than the nearest competitor, reflecting unique demographic and economic advantages.

Premium providers match premium outcomes

Teton boasts 93 primary care providers per 100,000—the state's highest density—plus 646 mental health providers per 100,000 for comprehensive behavioral care. Despite these advantages, 15.2% remain uninsured, slightly above state average, suggesting affordability challenges even in this affluent region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Teton County, WY?
Teton County has a health score of 71/100, rated "Average." It ranks #2 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 Teton County?
Life expectancy in Teton County is 87.6 years. The Wyoming state average is 77.0 years, making Teton County above the state average.
How does Teton County health compare to the Wyoming average?
Teton County's health score of 71/100 is above the Wyoming average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 87.6 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 15.2% vs. 14.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Teton County?
Key health factors for Teton County include: life expectancy (87.6 years), uninsured rate (15.2%), and primary care physician access (93:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 646:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Teton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 71/100 ("Average"), Teton County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Wyoming. Residents have a life expectancy of 87.6 years. 15.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Teton County healthier than the Wyoming average?
Teton County's health score of 71/100 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.