Cochise County Health Data

Cochise County, Arizona

Health Score

48/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.1 yr

State avg 74.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.2%

State avg 14.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

144

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Cochise County, Arizona

Cochise County exceeds national health standards

With a life expectancy of 76.1 years, Cochise County outperforms the U.S. average of 78.4 years by a narrow margin, positioning it among healthier Arizona counties. The poor or fair health rate of 19.4% is substantially lower than the national average of 16%, reflecting generally positive health outcomes for most residents.

Among Arizona's healthier counties

Cochise County's life expectancy of 76.1 years exceeds the Arizona state average of 74.0 years by 2.1 years, demonstrating strong health performance. The county's 11.2% uninsured rate betters Arizona's 14.0% state average, suggesting better healthcare access than many peers.

Solid standing in regional health rankings

Cochise County's 76.1-year life expectancy aligns closely with nearby Greenlee County (75.1 years) and trails only Maricopa County (77.5 years) in southeast Arizona. The county's 58 primary care providers per 100,000 residents places it in the middle range, better than rural Apache but below well-resourced Coconino.

Balanced provider availability and coverage

Cochise County residents benefit from 58 primary care providers and 144 mental health providers per 100,000, offering reasonable access to routine and behavioral health care. At 11.2% uninsured, the county maintains below-average uninsurance, though border geography can create unique care-seeking challenges.

Keep coverage current and accessible

Even as Cochise County maintains strong health metrics, verifying your insurance coverage annually ensures continuous access to providers. Review your current plan options at Healthcare.gov to confirm your coverage meets your family's needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Cochise County, AZ?
Cochise County has a health score of 48/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #6 out of 15 counties in Arizona (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 Cochise County?
Life expectancy in Cochise County is 76.1 years. The Arizona state average is 74.0 years, making Cochise County above the state average.
How does Cochise County health compare to the Arizona average?
Cochise County's health score of 48/100 is above the Arizona average of 35/100. Life expectancy is 76.1 years vs. the state average of 74.0 years. The uninsured rate is 11.2% vs. 14.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Cochise County?
Key health factors for Cochise County include: life expectancy (76.1 years), uninsured rate (11.2%), and primary care physician access (58:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 144:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cochise County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 48/100 ("Below Average"), Cochise County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Arizona. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.1 years. 11.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Cochise County healthier than the Arizona average?
Cochise County's health score of 48/100 exceeds the Arizona average of 35/100. 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.