Carroll County Health Data

Carroll County, Arkansas

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

Data Story

About Health in Carroll County, Arkansas

Approaches national life expectancy

Carroll County residents live an average of 75.3 years, approximately 0.8 years below the U.S. average of 76.1 years. Only 22.5% report poor or fair health, better than the national average of 17.3%, indicating generally strong population health despite modest life expectancy. The county combines longevity with good day-to-day wellness.

Above average despite coverage gap

Carroll County's 75.3-year life expectancy exceeds Arkansas's state average of 72.3 years by nearly 3 years. However, its 14.3% uninsured rate is the highest among comparison counties and significantly exceeds the state average of 9.9%, meaning strong health outcomes coexist with a substantial coverage gap.

Healthy outcomes, coverage vulnerability

Carroll County's 75.3-year life expectancy ranks third among peers, trailing only Benton County (78.2) and just behind Baxter and Boone (both 74.2). Yet its 14.3% uninsured rate far exceeds all peers, creating a paradox: residents enjoy good health despite lacking insurance, likely due to strong community health resources.

Uninsured rate creates hidden risks

Carroll County's 14.3% uninsured rate—one in seven residents—is the highest among all comparison counties, yet strong health outcomes persist. With 67 primary care providers and 90 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, uninsured residents may delay preventive care, risking future health crises.

Safeguard your family's future

Carroll County's 14.3% uninsured rate is the highest among peers and unnecessary. Visit healthcare.gov or call 2-1-1 Arkansas to find affordable Medicaid or Marketplace coverage—protecting your family before a health crisis strikes.

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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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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.