Faulkner County Health Data

Faulkner County, Arkansas

Health Score

56/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.7 yr

State avg 72.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

State avg 9.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

59

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

195

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Faulkner County, Arkansas

Faulkner County leads nation on health

At 75.7 years, Faulkner County residents live over 3 years longer than the U.S. average of 72.5 years, one of America's strongest life expectancy figures. Just 19.4% report poor or fair health, the best rate in the region and well below the national average of 18%.

Faulkner dominates Arkansas health rankings

Faulkner County's 75.7-year life expectancy is the highest in Arkansas, exceeding the state average by 3.4 years, and its 19.4% poor/fair health rate is among the state's best. The county is Arkansas's health leader.

Outpaces all surrounding counties

Faulkner County's 75.7-year life expectancy significantly exceeds all neighbors, with Crawford County (73.2 years) being the next-closest. Faulkner's 19.4% poor/fair health rate is also the region's best, with 59 primary care providers and 195 mental health providers per 100,000.

Coverage and providers in balance

Faulkner County's 7.6% uninsured rate is the lowest in this analysis, meaning coverage is nearly universal. With 59 primary care providers and 195 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, healthcare access is strong across the county.

Faulkner County leads on health

If you're among Faulkner County's small uninsured population, coverage options abound with strong provider networks ready to serve you. Visit Healthcare.gov or contact a local provider to join 92.4% of county residents with health coverage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Faulkner County, AR?
Faulkner County has a health score of 56/100, rated "Average." It ranks #3 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 Faulkner County?
Life expectancy in Faulkner County is 75.7 years. The Arkansas state average is 72.3 years, making Faulkner County above the state average.
How does Faulkner County health compare to the Arkansas average?
Faulkner County's health score of 56/100 is above the Arkansas average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 75.7 years vs. the state average of 72.3 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 9.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Faulkner County?
Key health factors for Faulkner County include: life expectancy (75.7 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (59:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 195:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Faulkner County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 56/100 ("Average"), Faulkner County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Arkansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.7 years. 7.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Faulkner County healthier than the Arkansas average?
Faulkner County's health score of 56/100 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.