Pointe Coupee Parish Health Data
Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
34/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
72.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
72.3 yr
State avg 72.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.7%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
30
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
125
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
24.5%
State avg 24.2%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
24.5
per 100K residentsCDC: 29.5 per 100K
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
19.6
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 Pointe Coupee Parish differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Pointe Coupee Parish | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 40.0% | 42.2% | 37.6% | 2.2 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 13.3% | 14.2% | 11.2% | 0.9 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.4% | 41.2% | 33.5% | 0.8 pts better than state |
| Depression | 27.8% | 27.7% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Pointe Coupee Parish | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 19.2% | 20.1% | 16.3% | 0.9 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% | 17.9% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.0% | 32.7% | 27.0% | 0.7 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Pointe Coupee Parish | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 80.4% | 80.0% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 52.7% | 53.1% | 57.3% | near state average |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 76.7% | 77.1% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Pointe Coupee Parish | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 21.3% | 21.2% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 42.2% | 41.8% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Pointe Coupee Parish nationally on obesity.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Nearly one-quarter of Pointe Coupee residents report poor health
Health data brief for Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana.
The poor or fair health rate in Pointe Coupee Parish is 24.5%, which is higher than the national average of 17%. Health provider ratios are lower than national medians, with 30 primary care providers per 100,000 residents (compared to a national median of 70) and 125 mental health providers per 100,000 residents (compared to a national median of 250). The uninsured rate is 7.7%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 8.1% and the national average of 10%. Life expectancy in the parish is 72.3 years, which is nearly identical to the state average of 72.5 years but lower than the national average of 77 years. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana
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.
Hospitals near you
Compare all on Medicare.gov →Pointe Coupee General Hospital
EReHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Pointe Coupee Parish residents.
Compare Plans →HealthMarkets
Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in Louisiana.
Get a Quote →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Pointe Coupee Parish, LA?
What is the life expectancy in Pointe Coupee Parish?
How does Pointe Coupee Parish health compare to the Louisiana average?
What health factors affect Pointe Coupee Parish?
Is Pointe Coupee Parish a healthy place to live?
What are the biggest health challenges in Pointe Coupee Parish?
Counties with Similar Health Profile
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.