Perry County Health Data

Perry County, Arkansas

Health Score

40/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.1 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

20

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Perry County, Arkansas

Perry County leads region on life expectancy

Perry County residents live an average of 74.1 years, narrowing but still lagging the U.S. average of 76.1 years by 2 years. However, at 21.8%, its poor/fair health rate is the lowest in this county sample and below the national average of 18%, reflecting genuinely strong health outcomes.

Health leader in Arkansas sample

Perry County's 74.1-year life expectancy ranks highest among these eight Arkansas counties and leads the state average of 72.3 years by 1.8 years. Its 21.8% poor/fair health rate is the best in the group, positioning Perry as a health success story within rural Arkansas.

Regional health champion

Perry County's 74.1-year life expectancy and 21.8% poor/fair health rate are the strongest in its region, outperforming all peers including Newton County (73.6 years). Its 9.1% uninsured rate matches state average, demonstrating that strong health doesn't require exceptional provider density—Perry achieves results through 20 primary care providers per 100,000 residents.

Lean staffing, robust health outcomes

Perry County achieves its strong health metrics with just 20 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—below the regional average—and limited mental health provider data. This efficiency suggests effective care coordination, strong community health practices, or favorable social determinants driving Perry's exceptional longevity compared to peers.

Maintain your winning health strategy

Perry County residents enjoy some of Arkansas's best health outcomes—keep this advantage by staying insured and engaged with preventive care. Whether your coverage is strong or needs review, visit healthcare.gov to ensure continuous protection and maintain the health habits that make Perry County successful.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Perry County, AR?
Perry County has a health score of 40/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #9 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 Perry County?
Life expectancy in Perry County is 74.1 years. The Arkansas state average is 72.3 years, making Perry County above the state average.
How does Perry County health compare to the Arkansas average?
Perry County's health score of 40/100 is above the Arkansas average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 74.1 years vs. the state average of 72.3 years. The uninsured rate is 9.1% vs. 9.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Perry County?
Key health factors for Perry County include: life expectancy (74.1 years), uninsured rate (9.1%), and primary care physician access (20:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Perry County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 40/100 ("Below Average"), Perry County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Arkansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.1 years. 9.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Perry County healthier than the Arkansas average?
Perry County's health score of 40/100 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. Perry County has better primary care access (20:1 ratio) than the state average (46:1).

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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.