The ranking looked at 10 categories to measure counties’ health, including population health, equity, and housing. Douglas County performed best in the economy (99.9) and infrastructure (90.5) metrics.
State of Reform spoke with Jennifer Ludwig, the Deputy Director of the Tri-County Health Department, about why she believes Douglas County is performing so well. Ludwig’s department is the public health entity representing Douglas, Adams, and Arapahoe Counties.
She said the county’s prevalence of recreational activities is a significant driver of its nation-leading health ranking. She credits the region’s investment in outdoor recreation, human services, and population health as key contributors to its success.
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