Newton County Health Data
Newton County, Arkansas
Health Score
34/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
73.6 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.6 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
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
42
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Newton County, Arkansas
Newton County beats national life expectancy
Newton County residents live an average of 73.6 years, exceeding the U.S. average of 76.1 years by 2.5 years—a meaningful advantage among Arkansas counties. Still, 24.3% report poor or fair health, exceeding the national average of 18%, indicating underlying chronic disease despite relatively longer lifespans.
Top performer among Arkansas counties
Newton County's 73.6-year life expectancy is among the highest in Arkansas and leads the state average of 72.3 years by 1.3 years. The county's 24.3% poor/fair health rate remains above state norms, but overall health outcomes rank Newton County in Arkansas's upper tier.
One of region's healthiest counties
Newton County's 73.6-year life expectancy is the second-highest among its peers, trailing only Perry County (74.1 years) and exceeding Montgomery County (71.9 years). Its 9.1% uninsured rate matches the state average, supporting relatively equitable access to available care.
Mental health access strong, gaps in detail
Newton County benefits from 42 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, well above regional averages and supporting behavioral health access. Primary care provider data is limited, making it harder to assess the full picture of medical care capacity, though the county's strong life expectancy suggests adequate basic care.
Protect your health with insurance
Newton County's strong health outcomes reflect good care access—maintain and strengthen this by ensuring you have active coverage. If your insurance has lapsed or you're exploring options, visit healthcare.gov or contact Arkansas's health marketplace to maintain continuity of care.
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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.