Caldwell Parish Health Data
Caldwell Parish, Louisiana
Health Score
26/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
70.8 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
70.8 yr
State avg 72.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
31
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
139
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Caldwell Parish, Louisiana
Caldwell faces significant health challenges
Caldwell Parish residents live to 70.8 years—about 7 years shorter than the U.S. average of 77.9 years. Nearly one in four residents (25.1%) report poor or fair health, well above the national rate of 18.5%. These health disparities demand urgent intervention and community focus.
Among Louisiana's least healthy parishes
At 70.8 years, Caldwell Parish ranks among Louisiana's lowest life expectancies, trailing the state average of 72.5 years by nearly two years. Its 25.1% poor/fair health rate places it in Louisiana's bottom quartile for health status. Reversing these trends requires targeted health investments and policy action.
Struggling compared to neighboring areas
Caldwell's 70.8-year life expectancy is the lowest among regional peers, significantly below Calcasieu (73.5 years) and Claiborne (73.8 years). Its 25.1% poor/fair health rate exceeds all nearby parishes except Claiborne (32.5%), marking Caldwell as a regional health priority. Rural isolation and limited provider access compound these challenges.
Healthcare access in Caldwell Parish
With 8.9% uninsured—nearly 1 point above Louisiana's average—Caldwell residents face both coverage and access gaps. At just 31 primary care providers per 100K, the parish has critically limited primary care capacity, forcing many to travel for basic services. Mental health providers at 139 per 100K offer some support, but preventive care remains scarce.
Get insured, get healthier
If you're among Caldwell's uninsured, covering the gap can be lifesaving—health insurance gives you access to preventive care and disease management. Call 211 Louisiana or visit louisiana.gov to find affordable plans and enrollment assistance. Taking action today protects your family's future.
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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.