Pike County Health Data

Pike County, Arkansas

Health Score

26/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.6 yr

State avg 72.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.7%

State avg 9.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

40

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

49

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Pike County, Arkansas

Pike County's health trails national average

Pike County residents live an average of 71.6 years, nearly 4.5 years less than the U.S. average of 76.1 years. Nearly 1 in 4 residents (23.2%) report poor or fair health, exceeding the national average of 18% and indicating significant chronic disease burden.

Below Arkansas state health average

Pike County's 71.6-year life expectancy falls short of Arkansas's state average of 72.3 years, placing it among the state's lower-performing counties. Its 23.2% poor/fair health rate matches the state burden of chronic disease, reflecting typical struggles across rural Arkansas.

Mid-range health among peers

Pike County's 71.6-year life expectancy ranks near the middle of this regional sample—better than Ouachita County (70.8 years) but worse than Newton County (73.6 years). Its 10.7% uninsured rate is slightly above state average, suggesting modest access barriers that may contribute to delayed care-seeking.

Moderate provider access, uninsured gap

Pike County has 40 primary care providers and 49 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—moderate but below some regional peers. The county's 10.7% uninsured rate is the second-highest in this sample, meaning roughly 1 in 10 residents delay or avoid care due to cost, potentially worsening health outcomes.

Close Pike County's coverage gap

Pike County's uninsured rate of 10.7% is the highest concern; health outcomes improve when residents have active coverage. Visit healthcare.gov to compare plans and subsidies, or call 211 to find free or low-cost clinics and discuss coverage options with a navigator today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Pike County, AR?
Pike County has a health score of 26/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #46 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 Pike County?
Life expectancy in Pike County is 71.6 years. The Arkansas state average is 72.3 years, making Pike County below the state average.
How does Pike County health compare to the Arkansas average?
Pike County's health score of 26/100 is below the Arkansas average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 71.6 years vs. the state average of 72.3 years. The uninsured rate is 10.7% vs. 9.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Pike County?
Key health factors for Pike County include: life expectancy (71.6 years), uninsured rate (10.7%), and primary care physician access (40:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 49:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Pike County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 26/100 ("Below Average"), Pike County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Arkansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.6 years. 10.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Pike County?
Pike County's health score of 26/100 is below the Arkansas average of 29/100. The uninsured rate of 10.7% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.