Crawford County Health Data

Crawford County, Arkansas

Health Score

34/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.2 yr

State avg 72.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.3%

State avg 9.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

35

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

68

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Crawford County, Arkansas

Crawford life expectancy edges above nation

At 73.2 years, Crawford County residents live slightly longer than the U.S. average of 72.5 years, suggesting better health outcomes than much of America. However, nearly 1 in 4 Crawford residents (23.3%) report poor or fair health, a rate above the national average of about 18%, indicating significant health challenges persist despite the life expectancy edge.

Crawford leads Arkansas on longevity

Crawford County's 73.2-year life expectancy ranks above Arkansas's state average of 72.3 years, positioning it among the healthier counties statewide. The 23.3% poor/fair health rate, while elevated, still trails the worst-performing counties in the state.

Healthier than surrounding counties

Crawford's 73.2-year life expectancy outpaces most neighbors: Franklin County matches it at 72.3 years, while Crittenden County lags significantly at 69.2 years. Crawford also boasts 68 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, more than Franklin's 23 but fewer than cross-county outliers.

Uninsured rate aligns with state

Crawford County's 9.3% uninsured rate matches the state average, meaning roughly 1 in 11 residents lack coverage. With 35 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 68 mental health providers per 100,000, the county has moderate access to both, though primary care availability is about 60% of what leading counties offer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Crawford County, AR?
Crawford County has a health score of 34/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #19 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 Crawford County?
Life expectancy in Crawford County is 73.2 years. The Arkansas state average is 72.3 years, making Crawford County above the state average.
How does Crawford County health compare to the Arkansas average?
Crawford County's health score of 34/100 is above the Arkansas average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 73.2 years vs. the state average of 72.3 years. The uninsured rate is 9.3% vs. 9.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Crawford County?
Key health factors for Crawford County include: life expectancy (73.2 years), uninsured rate (9.3%), and primary care physician access (35:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 68:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Crawford County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 34/100 ("Below Average"), Crawford County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Arkansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.2 years. 9.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Crawford County healthier than the Arkansas average?
Crawford County's health score of 34/100 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. Crawford County has better primary care access (35:1 ratio) than the state average (46:1).

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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.