Randolph County Health Data

Randolph County, Arkansas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

24/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.1 yr

State avg 72.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

State avg 9.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

53

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

116

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

26.0%

State avg 25.3%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

32.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 53.0 per 100K

Dentists

10.7

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

26.7

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Randolph County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureRandolphState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity41.4%41.1%37.6%near state average
Diabetes12.2%12.4%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure38.4%39.6%33.5%1.2 pts better than state
Depression28.1%25.9%24.1%2.2 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureRandolphState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking20.5%18.7%16.3%1.8 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking15.9%15.6%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity36.1%34.3%27.0%1.8 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureRandolphState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.9%77.0%74.9%1.1 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)49.1%49.6%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)69.1%70.1%73.3%1.0 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureRandolphState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress21.9%20.7%18.6%1.2 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration38.1%41.1%37.3%3.0 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Randolph County nationally on short sleep duration.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Randolph County Poor Health Rate Higher Than National Average

Health data brief for Randolph County, Arkansas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

About 26.0% of adults in Randolph County report their health as poor or fair. This is significantly higher than the 17% national average for health status reporting. Life expectancy in the county is 72.1 years, nearly identical to the state average of 72.3 years but shorter than the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate stands at 10.4%, which is higher than the state's 9.9% and the national 10%. Provider access is lower than national benchmarks, with 53 primary care providers and 116 mental health providers per 100,000 residents; the national medians are 70 and 250, respectively. These numbers provide objective metrics for local health outcomes and service availability. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Randolph County, Arkansas

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

St Bernards Five Rivers Medical Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(870) 892-6000
2801 Medical Center Drive, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Rural Emergency HospitalVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Randolph County, AR?
Randolph County has a health score of 24/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #56 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 Randolph County?
Life expectancy in Randolph County is 72.1 years. The Arkansas state average is 72.3 years, making Randolph County below the state average.
How does Randolph County health compare to the Arkansas average?
Randolph County's health score of 24/100 is below the Arkansas average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 72.1 years vs. the state average of 72.3 years. The uninsured rate is 10.4% vs. 9.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Randolph County?
Key health factors for Randolph County include: life expectancy (72.1 years), uninsured rate (10.4%), and primary care physician access (53:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 116:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Randolph County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 24/100 ("Below Average"), Randolph County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Arkansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.1 years. 10.4% 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 Randolph County?
Randolph County's health score of 24/100 is below the Arkansas average of 29/100. The uninsured rate of 10.4% 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.