Sevier County Health Data

Sevier County, Arkansas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

14/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.2 yr

State avg 72.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.5%

State avg 9.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

44

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

64

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

27.3%

State avg 25.3%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

31.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 44.4 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

12.7

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 Sevier County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSevierState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity41.5%41.1%37.6%near state average
Diabetes13.7%12.4%11.2%1.3 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure37.6%39.6%33.5%2.0 pts better than state
Depression24.5%25.9%24.1%1.4 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureSevierState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.1%18.7%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking15.5%15.6%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity40.0%34.3%27.0%5.7 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSevierState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.4%77.0%74.9%1.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)48.3%49.6%57.3%1.3 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)65.4%70.1%73.3%4.7 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureSevierState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.1%20.7%18.6%0.6 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration40.2%41.1%37.3%0.9 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Sevier County nationally on physical inactivity.

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

Data Story

Sevier County Mental Health Provider Access Trails National Median

Health data brief for Sevier County, Arkansas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

The ratio of mental health providers in Sevier County is 64 per 100,000 residents. This is lower than the national median of 250 providers per 100,000 people. Primary care provider availability is also lower than national norms, with 44 providers per 100,000 compared to the national median of 70. Data shows an uninsured rate of 15.5% in the county, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 9.9% and the national average of 10%. Approximately 27.3% of residents report their health as fair or poor, which is higher than the 17% national average. Life expectancy for residents is 72.2 years. This figure is nearly identical to the Arkansas average of 72.3 years but remains lower than the national expectancy of 77 years. Explore state-level data for further context.

Get Care in Sevier 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.

Sevier County Medical Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(870) 642-6420
960 Hwy 71 N, De Queen, AR 71832
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Local

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 Sevier County, AR?
Sevier County has a health score of 14/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #75 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 Sevier County?
Life expectancy in Sevier County is 72.2 years. The Arkansas state average is 72.3 years, making Sevier County below the state average.
How does Sevier County health compare to the Arkansas average?
Sevier County's health score of 14/100 is below the Arkansas average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 72.2 years vs. the state average of 72.3 years. The uninsured rate is 15.5% vs. 9.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Sevier County?
Key health factors for Sevier County include: life expectancy (72.2 years), uninsured rate (15.5%), and primary care physician access (44:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 64:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sevier County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 14/100 ("Below Average"), Sevier County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Arkansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.2 years. 15.5% 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 Sevier County?
Sevier County's health score of 14/100 is below the Arkansas average of 29/100. The uninsured rate of 15.5% 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.