Nevada County Health Data
Nevada County, Arkansas
Health Score
34/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
72.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
72.7 yr
State avg 72.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.4%
State avg 9.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
24
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
86
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Nevada County, Arkansas
Nevada County's life expectancy near national average
At 72.7 years, Nevada County's life expectancy is slightly below the U.S. average of 76.1 years, though better than many Arkansas counties. However, 27.1% of residents report poor or fair health—well above the national average of 18%—suggesting chronic disease and preventable illness remain serious concerns.
Slightly above Arkansas health average
Nevada County's life expectancy of 72.7 years edges ahead of Arkansas's state average of 72.3 years, placing it in the middle tier of state performance. Despite this, the county's poor/fair health rate of 27.1% exceeds state norms and ranks among Arkansas's more challenged counties for perceived health status.
Mixed health profile vs regional peers
Nevada County's life expectancy of 72.7 years surpasses Montgomery County (71.9 years) but trails Perry County (74.1 years) and Newton County (73.6 years). Its uninsured rate of 7.4% is among the region's lowest, though the county's 27.1% poor/fair health rate remains a concern despite good insurance coverage.
Mental health strength, primary care gap
Nevada County excels with 86 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—well above the region and addressing a critical need. However, 24 primary care providers per 100,000 residents remain limited, and with 7.4% uninsured, many residents can access care but may struggle to find available appointments.
Strengthen your health coverage
Nevada County's strong mental health infrastructure makes it a good place to seek integrated care; check your current plan's coverage for therapy and counseling. If uninsured or underinsured, visit healthcare.gov to compare plans and explore Arkansas Medicaid expansion options that can help you access the full range of services.
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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.