Lawrence County Health Data
Lawrence County, Arkansas
Health Score
25/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
71.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
71.3 yr
State avg 72.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.1%
State avg 9.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
31
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
227
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Lawrence County, Arkansas
Lawrence trails national health benchmarks
At 71.3 years, Lawrence County's life expectancy falls nearly 5 years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years, indicating substantial health system disadvantages. With 26.5% reporting poor or fair health, Lawrence ranks higher than the national benchmark of roughly 18%, pointing to significant chronic disease prevalence.
Below state average but mid-tier
Lawrence County's 71.3-year life expectancy sits below the Arkansas state average of 72.3 years, placing it in the lower half of state counties. The 26.5% poor/fair health rate is moderately elevated compared to state benchmarks, suggesting accessible but possibly insufficient preventive care infrastructure.
Middle ground in regional health
Lawrence's 71.3-year life expectancy sits between Izard County's 73.7 and Lee County's 68.9, representing the region's middle-tier performer. The county's 31 primary care and 227 mental health providers per 100K offer relatively strong mental health access but modest primary care density compared to neighbors.
Near-average insurance, thin primary care
At 9.1% uninsured, Lawrence County performs slightly better than the state average of 9.9%, meaning most residents carry some health coverage. However, with just 31 primary care providers per 100K and 227 mental health providers per 100K, residents rely on stretched primary care systems while enjoying relatively accessible mental health services.
Strengthen your coverage today
Lawrence County's 9.1% uninsured rate suggests strong overall enrollment, yet nearly 1 in 11 residents still lack protection. Verify your coverage status and explore marketplace plans to ensure you're not among the uninsured exposed to financial and health risks.
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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.