Washakie County Health Data
Washakie County, Wyoming
Health Score
47/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
76.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
15.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.1 yr
State avg 77.0 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
15.0%
State avg 14.8%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
104
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
454
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Washakie County, Wyoming
Washakie's health metrics trail significantly
At 76.1 years, Washakie County's life expectancy falls 0.3 years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. Over 17% report poor or fair health—matching the national rate exactly—revealing substantial chronic disease burden in this agricultural region.
Among Wyoming's lowest-performing counties
Washakie's 76.1-year life expectancy sits just below Wyoming's state average of 77.0 years, while its 17.1% poor/fair health rate is the worst in the state. The county faces compounded health challenges that require targeted intervention.
Worst health outcomes in the region
Washakie's 76.1-year life expectancy trails Sheridan (78.2 years) and Weston (78.0 years) to the north. Its 17.1% poor/fair health rate is the state's highest, indicating the most concentrated health risk of any Wyoming county.
Strong provider network offsets health burden
Despite health challenges, Washakie offers 104 primary care providers per 100,000—Wyoming's highest—plus 454 mental health providers per 100,000. With 15.0% uninsured, the county's provider density suggests barriers beyond access, such as disease prevalence or behavioral risk factors.
Insurance is a critical health tool
Washakie's elevated poor/fair health rates make insurance coverage essential for managing chronic conditions and preventing complications. Enroll at healthcare.gov to secure coverage that connects you to the county's available providers and preventive services.
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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.