Yell County Health Data

Yell County, Arkansas

Health Score

26/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.9 yr

State avg 72.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.9%

State avg 9.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

60

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

60

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Yell County, Arkansas

Yell County leads on life expectancy

Yell County's 73.9-year life expectancy ranks among the highest in Arkansas and beats the U.S. average of 71.4 years by more than two years. Yet 26.6% of residents report poor or fair health, above the national 21% baseline, indicating underlying health challenges despite long lifespans.

Best longevity in this comparison

At 73.9 years, Yell County leads all three counties and the state average of 72.3 years by 1.6 years, a significant longevity advantage. However, its uninsured rate of 11.9% is notably higher than both the state average (9.9%) and the other two counties in this analysis.

Moderate access, minimal mental health support

Yell County's 60 primary care providers per 100,000 are competitive with the region, but its mental health provider density of just 60 per 100,000 is the lowest among these three counties. Residents seeking behavioral health care face a significant access disadvantage compared to White County's 237 mental health providers per 100,000.

Coverage gaps risk health security

Nearly one in eight Yell County residents (11.9%) lack health insurance, the highest uninsured rate among these three counties and well above state average. This coverage gap means roughly 4,300 residents face potential medical debt and limited access to preventive care, undermining the county's otherwise strong life expectancy gains.

Don't leave coverage to chance

Yell County's 11.9% uninsured rate is a call to action: visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore plans you can afford. Uninsured coverage isn't just a financial buffer—it's the foundation for preventive care that keeps life expectancy climbing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Yell County, AR?
Yell County has a health score of 26/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #50 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 Yell County?
Life expectancy in Yell County is 73.9 years. The Arkansas state average is 72.3 years, making Yell County above the state average.
How does Yell County health compare to the Arkansas average?
Yell County's health score of 26/100 is below the Arkansas average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 73.9 years vs. the state average of 72.3 years. The uninsured rate is 11.9% vs. 9.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Yell County?
Key health factors for Yell County include: life expectancy (73.9 years), uninsured rate (11.9%), and primary care physician access (60:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 60:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Yell County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 26/100 ("Below Average"), Yell County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Arkansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.9 years. 11.9% 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 Yell County?
Yell County's health score of 26/100 is below the Arkansas average of 29/100. The uninsured rate of 11.9% 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.