Pope County Health Data
Pope County, Arkansas
Health Score
37/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
75.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.1 yr
State avg 72.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.0%
State avg 9.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
64
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
246
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Pope County, Arkansas
Above-average longevity in rural Arkansas
Pope County's 75.1-year life expectancy outperforms the U.S. average of 78.9 years by a notable 3.8-year gap, but stands above most rural Arkansas counties. The 23% poor/fair health rate suggests residents experience manageable chronic conditions and overall stable wellness.
Healthier than typical in-state
Pope County ranks above Arkansas's state average life expectancy of 72.3 years, placing it in the healthier half of the state's counties. This performance reflects better access to healthcare infrastructure centered in Russellville.
Strong mental health infrastructure
Pope County's 246 mental health providers per 100,000 residents far exceed the state average and nearby counties, signaling robust behavioral health support. Primary care density at 64 per 100,000 is moderate compared to peers like Pulaski County's 118.
Low uninsured rate, mixed access
At 11% uninsured—slightly above the state's 9.9%—Pope County has relatively strong insurance coverage. However, primary care provider availability lags mental health services, creating potential gaps in routine preventive care for some residents.
Check your coverage options
If you're uninsured in Pope County, take advantage of Arkansas's Medicaid expansion and marketplace plans available year-round. Local clinics and hospitals can connect you with enrollment specialists to find affordable coverage.
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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.