Audrain County Health Data

Audrain County, Missouri

Health Score

25/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.9 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.8%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

40

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

234

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Audrain County, Missouri

Audrain faces significant health challenges

Audrain County's 73.9-year life expectancy falls nearly a year short of the U.S. average of 74.4 years, and a concerning 24.2% of residents report poor or fair health—among Missouri's worst rates. These figures reflect deep, population-wide health struggles.

Audrain ranks among Missouri's sickest counties

Audrain's 73.9-year life expectancy trails the state average of 74.3 years, while its 24.2% poor/fair health rate ranks it in the bottom tier statewide. An uninsured rate of 13.8% compounds access problems, exceeding the state average of 12.5%.

Worst health outcomes in the area

Audrain's 73.9-year life expectancy matches Atchison County as the region's lowest, trailing Adair by two years and Andrew by nearly five. Its 24.2% poor/fair health rate is the highest among regional peers, signaling acute population health needs.

Few doctors, more uninsured residents

Audrain has just 40 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—a critical shortage—while 13.8% of residents lack insurance coverage. Mental health providers are relatively available at 234 per 100K, yet without primary care gatekeepers and insurance, residents struggle to access any coordinated care.

Coverage is the foundation for health.

Audrain's uninsured rate of 13.8% means one in seven residents has no health insurance—a key barrier in a county with limited providers. Visit healthcare.gov or contact Audrain Community Health Center today to find plans that fit your budget and get connected to local care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Audrain County, MO?
Audrain County has a health score of 25/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #90 out of 115 counties in Missouri (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 Audrain County?
Life expectancy in Audrain County is 73.9 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making Audrain County below the state average.
How does Audrain County health compare to the Missouri average?
Audrain County's health score of 25/100 is below the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 73.9 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 13.8% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Audrain County?
Key health factors for Audrain County include: life expectancy (73.9 years), uninsured rate (13.8%), and primary care physician access (40:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 234:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Audrain County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 25/100 ("Below Average"), Audrain County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.9 years. 13.8% 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 Audrain County?
Audrain County's health score of 25/100 is below the Missouri average of 38/100. The uninsured rate of 13.8% 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.