Stone County Health Data
Stone County, Arkansas
Health Score
27/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
74.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.0 yr
State avg 72.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.5%
State avg 9.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
48
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
174
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Stone County, Arkansas
Stone County leads on life expectancy
At 74.0 years, Stone County's life expectancy ranks among the best in Arkansas and exceeds the U.S. average of 76.4 years by a small margin—a notable achievement. However, 26.1% of residents report poor or fair health, indicating that extra years of life don't guarantee daily wellness.
Outpacing Arkansas on longevity
Stone County's 74.0-year life expectancy exceeds Arkansas's 72.3-year state average by 1.7 years, placing it among the healthier counties statewide. This advantage reflects better management of chronic disease, though the county still faces preventable health challenges.
A health standout, despite sparse providers
Stone County's 74.0-year life expectancy is the highest among its regional peers—nearly 1 year ahead of Sevier County (72.2 years) and Sebastian County (73.5 years). With only 48 primary care providers per 100,000, the county achieves strong outcomes despite limited provider capacity, suggesting either exceptional provider quality or healthy behavioral factors.
Managed uninsured rate, tight provider network
Stone County's 11.5% uninsured rate slightly exceeds the state average of 9.9%, meaning about 1 in 9 residents lack coverage. The county's 174 mental health providers per 100,000 offer decent behavioral health access, but 48 primary care doctors per 100,000 remain sparse for a population managing chronic disease.
Coverage unlocks preventive care benefits
If you're uninsured in Stone County, enrolling through Arkansas Medicaid or healthcare.gov connects you to the preventive care that supports the county's strong life expectancy gains. Even with limited primary care providers, insurance removes cost barriers and enables telehealth and chronic disease management tools.
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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.