Conway County Health Data

Conway County, Arkansas

Health Score

30/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.1 yr

State avg 72.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.9%

State avg 9.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

237

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Conway County, Arkansas

Conway approaches but misses U.S. average

At 73.1 years, Conway County's life expectancy comes closer to the U.S. average of 76.4 than most Arkansas peers, though it still falls 3.3 years short. The 26.7% poor/fair health rate—the highest in this county group—suggests underlying health challenges despite reasonable life expectancy.

Slightly above Arkansas's health average

Conway's 73.1-year life expectancy edges out Arkansas's 72.3-year average by 0.8 years, placing it in the upper-middle tier of state counties. However, the 26.7% poor/fair health rate is concerning and the highest among peers, signaling ongoing wellness gaps.

Life expectancy solid, health perception lags

Conway's 73.1 years ranks above Chicot (69.8), Cleveland (71.5), and Columbia (71.5), but trails Cleburne (75.3) and Craighead (74.4). The 26.7% poor/fair health rate—higher than all peers—suggests residents perceive significant health challenges despite relatively decent life expectancy.

Primary care available, mental health moderate

Conway provides 58 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 237 mental health providers per 100,000—adequate access for a rural county. The 8.9% uninsured rate is close to state average, though gaps in mental health capacity may limit treatment options.

Insurance opens doors to available providers

With 91.1% of Conway residents covered, most can access the county's primary and mental health services. The 8.9% uninsured should explore marketplace or Medicaid options—especially valuable given the high poor/fair health rate indicating need for ongoing care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Conway County, AR?
Conway County has a health score of 30/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #28 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 Conway County?
Life expectancy in Conway County is 73.1 years. The Arkansas state average is 72.3 years, making Conway County above the state average.
How does Conway County health compare to the Arkansas average?
Conway County's health score of 30/100 is above the Arkansas average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 73.1 years vs. the state average of 72.3 years. The uninsured rate is 8.9% vs. 9.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Conway County?
Key health factors for Conway County include: life expectancy (73.1 years), uninsured rate (8.9%), and primary care physician access (58:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 237:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Conway County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 30/100 ("Below Average"), Conway County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Arkansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.1 years. 8.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Conway County healthier than the Arkansas average?
Conway County's health score of 30/100 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.