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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Pope County, AR?
Pope County has a health score of 37/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #12 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 Pope County?
Life expectancy in Pope County is 75.1 years. The Arkansas state average is 72.3 years, making Pope County above the state average.
How does Pope County health compare to the Arkansas average?
Pope County's health score of 37/100 is above the Arkansas average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 75.1 years vs. the state average of 72.3 years. The uninsured rate is 11.0% vs. 9.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Pope County?
Key health factors for Pope County include: life expectancy (75.1 years), uninsured rate (11.0%), and primary care physician access (64:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 246:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Pope County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 37/100 ("Below Average"), Pope County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Arkansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.1 years. 11.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Pope County healthier than the Arkansas average?
Pope County's health score of 37/100 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.

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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.