Bollinger County Health Data
Bollinger County, Missouri
Health Score
22/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
73.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
14.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.3 yr
State avg 74.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
14.5%
State avg 12.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
19
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
47
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Bollinger County, Missouri
Bollinger lags behind national life expectancy
Residents here live to 73.3 years on average—nearly 6 years less than the U.S. average of 79 years. About 24% report poor or fair health, compared to 18% nationally, signaling a significant health disadvantage in this southeast Missouri county.
Below-average health ranking statewide
Bollinger's 73.3-year life expectancy falls below Missouri's 74.3-year state average, placing it in the lower half of Missouri counties. The 23.9% poor/fair health rate also exceeds the state benchmark, reflecting persistent wellness challenges.
Struggling compared to neighboring counties
Bollinger's life expectancy trails nearby Callaway County (76.0 years) and Cape Girardeau County (75.8 years) by about 2 years each. Its primary care provider density of 19 per 100K is among the sparsest in the region, making routine medical access difficult.
Healthcare gaps create daily barriers
One in seven Bollinger residents (14.5%) lack health insurance—above the state average of 12.5%—while the county has only 19 primary care providers per 100K residents. Mental health support is similarly sparse at 47 per 100K, limiting care options for residents navigating chronic conditions.
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If you're among Bollinger's uninsured, the healthcare marketplace offers plans starting in November annually—many with subsidies based on income. Contact your local health department or visit Healthcare.gov to compare options and ensure you're protected.
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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.