Caddo Parish Health Data
Caddo Parish, Louisiana
Health Score
31/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
71.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
71.4 yr
State avg 72.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.2%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
126
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
785
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Caddo Parish, Louisiana
Caddo lags on life expectancy
Caddo Parish residents live to 71.4 years on average—about 6.5 years shorter than the U.S. average of 77.9 years. Nearly one in four residents (23.5%) report poor or fair health, outpacing the national rate of 18.5%. These figures signal significant health challenges requiring immediate attention.
Below Louisiana's health average
At 71.4 years, Caddo Parish falls 1.1 years behind Louisiana's state average of 72.5 years. The parish ranks in the lower half of Louisiana's 64 parishes for life expectancy, reflecting persistent health disparities. Addressing chronic disease and preventable deaths remains critical work.
Compared to surrounding parishes
Caddo's 71.4-year life expectancy trails Calcasieu Parish (73.5 years) and Claiborne Parish (73.8 years) in the region. Its poor/fair health rate of 23.5% sits between Calcasieu (20.6%) and Catahoula (23.4%), suggesting moderate but concerning health status. More robust primary care infrastructure could help close these gaps.
Healthcare access in Caddo Parish
With 8.2% of residents uninsured—slightly above the state rate of 8.1%—Caddo has stronger primary care capacity at 126 providers per 100K population. Mental health providers are abundant at 785 per 100K, yet gaps in primary care coordination may limit early intervention. Many residents still lack consistent access to preventive services.
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If you're uninsured or underinsured, Louisiana's health marketplace and Medicaid expansion options can help you find affordable coverage. Visit louisiana.gov or your local health department to explore plans that fit your budget. Preventive care covered through health insurance can add years to your life.
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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.