Mohave County Health Data

Mohave County, Arizona

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

21.2%

State avg 21.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

17.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 53.3 per 100K

Dentists

7.8

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

16.1

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Mohave County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMohaveState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity33.3%33.7%37.6%near state average
Diabetes9.7%11.0%11.2%1.3 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure31.0%30.6%33.5%near state average
Depression21.5%20.9%24.1%0.6 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMohaveState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.1%14.7%16.3%2.4 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking19.1%16.5%17.8%2.6 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity26.6%24.4%27.0%2.2 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMohaveState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup67.7%70.4%74.9%2.7 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)52.0%54.0%57.3%2.0 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)61.5%66.5%73.3%5.0 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMohaveState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.1%17.7%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration41.7%37.5%37.3%4.2 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Mohave County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Low mental health provider access in Mohave County

Health data brief for Mohave County, Arizona.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Mohave County records 81 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is significantly lower than the national median of 250. The county's life expectancy stands at 72.8 years, trailing the Arizona state average of 74.0 years and the national average of approximately 77 years. For clinical care, the primary care ratio is 53 providers per 100,000 people, compared to a national median of 70. Data shows 21.2% of residents report poor or fair health, which is higher than the 17% national average. Additionally, the uninsured rate is 14.1%, a figure slightly higher than the state average of 14.0% and the 10% national rate. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Mohave County, Arizona

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Kingman Regional Medical Center

ER
3/5
(928) 757-2101
3269 Stockton Hill Road, Kingman, AZ 86401
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Havasu Regional Medical Center

ER
3/5
(928) 855-8185
101 Civic Center Lane, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

Western Arizona Regional Medical Center

ER
2/5
(928) 763-2273
2735 Silver Creek Road, Bullhead City, AZ 86442
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.