Carroll County Health Data

Carroll County, Arkansas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

31/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.3 yr

State avg 72.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.3%

State avg 9.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

67

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

90

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

22.5%

State avg 25.3%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

24.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 66.8 per 100K

Dentists

3.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

10.5

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 Carroll County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCarrollState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.7%41.1%37.6%3.4 pts better than state
Diabetes11.4%12.4%11.2%1.0 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure37.4%39.6%33.5%2.2 pts better than state
Depression25.7%25.9%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCarrollState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.5%18.7%16.3%1.2 pts better than state
Binge Drinking16.2%15.6%17.8%0.6 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity34.5%34.3%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCarrollState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.5%77.0%74.9%1.5 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)54.5%49.6%57.3%4.9 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)68.1%70.1%73.3%2.0 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureCarrollState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.7%20.7%18.6%1.0 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration37.2%41.1%37.3%3.9 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Carroll County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Carroll County uninsured rate exceeds state and national averages

Health data brief for Carroll County, Arkansas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

Carroll County has an uninsured rate of 14.3%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 9.9% and the national average of 10%. The county reports a life expectancy of 75.3 years, which is higher than the state average of 72.3 years but lower than the national average of 77 years. Data shows that 22.5% of residents report poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. Regarding healthcare access, the county has 67 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, slightly below the national median of 70 per 100,000. The mental health provider ratio is 90 per 100,000 residents, lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. These figures provide a numerical summary of insurance coverage and health outcomes in the county. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Carroll County, Arkansas

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.

Eureka Springs Hospital Commission

ER
Not rated by CMS
(479) 253-7400
24 Norris Street, Eureka Springs, AR 72632
Rural Emergency HospitalGovernment - Local

Mercy Hospital Berryville

ER
Not rated by CMS
(870) 423-3355
214 Carter Street, Berryville, AR 72616
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Carroll County, AR?
Carroll County has a health score of 31/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #24 out of 75 counties in Arkansas (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 Carroll County?
Life expectancy in Carroll County is 75.3 years. The Arkansas state average is 72.3 years, making Carroll County above the state average.
How does Carroll County health compare to the Arkansas average?
Carroll County's health score of 31/100 is above the Arkansas average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 75.3 years vs. the state average of 72.3 years. The uninsured rate is 14.3% vs. 9.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Carroll County?
Key health factors for Carroll County include: life expectancy (75.3 years), uninsured rate (14.3%), and primary care physician access (67:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 90:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Carroll County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 31/100 ("Below Average"), Carroll County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Arkansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.3 years. 14.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Carroll County healthier than the Arkansas average?
Carroll County's health score of 31/100 exceeds the Arkansas average of 29/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.