Crittenden County Health Data

Crittenden County, Arkansas

Health Score

20/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

69.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

69.2 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

27

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

242

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Crittenden County, Arkansas

Crittenden falls short on life expectancy

Crittenden County residents live to an average of 69.2 years—nearly 3.5 years below the U.S. average of 72.5 years, making it one of America's shorter life expectancy areas. More than 1 in 4 residents (28.1%) report poor or fair health, well above the national average of 18%, signaling substantial health challenges.

Crittenden ranks among Arkansas's lowest

At 69.2 years, Crittenden County's life expectancy falls 3.1 years below Arkansas's 72.3-year state average, placing it among the state's most health-challenged counties. The 28.1% poor/fair health rate is also among the worst statewide.

Struggling compared to adjacent counties

Crittenden's 69.2-year life expectancy is the lowest in its region, trailing Cross County (70.9 years) and Crawford County (73.2 years) by significant margins. Its 28.1% poor/fair health rate also exceeds most neighboring counties, though mental health provider density (242 per 100K) is strong.

Uninsured rate masks provider gaps

While Crittenden's 9.3% uninsured rate matches the state average, access to primary care is a real problem: just 27 providers per 100,000 residents, less than half the availability in some peer counties. Mental health support is a bright spot with 242 providers per 100,000, but physical healthcare access remains constrained.

Get covered and find a provider

With limited primary care options and 1 in 11 residents uninsured, health coverage is critical in Crittenden County. Visit Healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, or assistance programs that connect you to the care you need.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Crittenden County, AR?
Crittenden County has a health score of 20/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #65 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 Crittenden County?
Life expectancy in Crittenden County is 69.2 years. The Arkansas state average is 72.3 years, making Crittenden County below the state average.
How does Crittenden County health compare to the Arkansas average?
Crittenden County's health score of 20/100 is below the Arkansas average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 69.2 years vs. the state average of 72.3 years. The uninsured rate is 9.3% vs. 9.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Crittenden County?
Key health factors for Crittenden County include: life expectancy (69.2 years), uninsured rate (9.3%), and primary care physician access (27:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 242:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Crittenden County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 20/100 ("Below Average"), Crittenden County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Arkansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 69.2 years. 9.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Crittenden County?
Crittenden County's health score of 20/100 is below the Arkansas average of 29/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.