Arkansas County Health Data
Arkansas County, Arkansas
Health Score
24/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
68.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
68.7 yr
State avg 72.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.2%
State avg 9.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
48
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
141
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Arkansas County, Arkansas
Life expectancy lags far behind
Arkansas County residents live an average of 68.7 years—more than 8 years less than the U.S. average of 76.1 years. Nearly one in four residents report poor or fair health, a rate significantly higher than the national average of 17.3%. These gaps signal deeper health challenges in the county.
Among Arkansas's healthiest outcomes
Arkansas County's 68.7-year life expectancy ranks near the middle of Arkansas counties, sitting 3.6 years below the state average of 72.3 years. The county's uninsured rate of 8.2% is actually better than Arkansas's statewide rate of 9.9%, suggesting some residents do have coverage access. However, health outcomes still reflect broader challenges affecting rural Arkansas.
Competing with nearby counties
Arkansas County's 68.7-year life expectancy falls short of Boone County (74.2 years) and Baxter County (74.2 years) nearby, but exceeds Bradley County (71.5 years) and Ashley County (70.9 years). With 48 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, the county has comparable access to Ashley County but trails the 85 providers per 100,000 in better-resourced Baxter County.
Uninsured rate reflects access wins
Arkansas County's 8.2% uninsured rate is one of the lowest in the state, meaning most residents have some health coverage. However, 48 primary care providers per 100,000 residents means healthcare appointments may require travel, and mental health support with 141 providers per 100,000 remains limited for a county with complex health needs.
Protect your family's health today
With 8.2% of residents uninsured, Arkansas County has room to ensure every family has coverage. Visit healthcare.gov or contact your county health department to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, or employer options—most residents qualify for financial help.
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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.