Mohave County Health Data

Mohave County, Arizona

Health Score

26/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.8 yr

State avg 74.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

State avg 14.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

53

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

81

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Mohave County, Arizona

Mohave lags behind national health benchmarks

At 72.8 years, Mohave County's life expectancy falls 5.9 years short of the U.S. average of 78.7 years. One in five residents report poor or fair health, compared to the national rate of 18%, signaling deeper health challenges across the county.

Among Arizona's lower-performing counties

Mohave ranks below Arizona's state average life expectancy of 74.0 years, placing it in the lower tier of the state's 15 counties. The county's 21.2% poor/fair health rate exceeds the state average, reflecting sustained health disparities.

Neighboring Yavapai County shows better outcomes

Yavapai County residents live 3.6 years longer on average and report better overall health (16.6% poor/fair vs. 21.2%). Both counties have similar primary care access, but Mohave residents face notably higher rates of preventable health conditions.

Healthcare access gaps persist in Mohave

With 14.1% of residents uninsured and just 53 primary care providers per 100,000 people, Mohave struggles with both coverage and access. Mental health support is available through 81 providers per 100,000, yet many residents delay or skip preventive care due to cost.

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One in seven Mohave residents lacks coverage—a rate that costs families and the community in delayed diagnoses and emergency care. Visit healthcare.gov or contact a local enrollment counselor to explore Medicaid, ACA plans, or employer coverage that fits your budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Mohave County, AZ?
Mohave County has a health score of 26/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #11 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 Mohave County?
Life expectancy in Mohave County is 72.8 years. The Arizona state average is 74.0 years, making Mohave County below the state average.
How does Mohave County health compare to the Arizona average?
Mohave County's health score of 26/100 is below the Arizona average of 35/100. Life expectancy is 72.8 years vs. the state average of 74.0 years. The uninsured rate is 14.1% vs. 14.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Mohave County?
Key health factors for Mohave County include: life expectancy (72.8 years), uninsured rate (14.1%), and primary care physician access (53:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 81:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Mohave County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 26/100 ("Below Average"), Mohave County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Arizona. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.8 years. 14.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Mohave County?
Mohave County's health score of 26/100 is below the Arizona average of 35/100. The uninsured rate of 14.1% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.