Boone County Health Data
Boone County, Missouri
Health Score
74/100
Average
Life Expectancy
78.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.3 yr
State avg 74.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.4%
State avg 12.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
118
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
458
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Boone County, Missouri
Boone excels with top-tier life expectancy
At 78.3 years, Boone's life expectancy nearly matches the U.S. average of 79 years and ranks among Missouri's healthiest counties. Only 15% report poor or fair health—well below the national average of 18%—reflecting a population with sustained wellness advantages.
Boone dominates Missouri health rankings
Boone ranks in Missouri's top tier with a life expectancy 4 years above the state average and a below-average poor/fair health rate of 15%. This Boone County achieves one of the state's lowest uninsured rates at just 8.4%—2.1 percentage points below Missouri's 12.5% average.
Clear health advantage over peer counties
Boone outpaces nearby Callaway County by 2.3 years in life expectancy and maintains 3.1 times more primary care providers (118 vs. 38 per 100K). Its 458 mental health providers per 100K far exceeds regional peers, making Boone a healthcare access leader in central Missouri.
Robust provider networks ensure access
Boone residents benefit from 118 primary care providers per 100K—a regional benchmark that ensures relatively quick appointments and preventive care access. The county's 458 mental health providers per 100K provide comprehensive behavioral health support, backed by low uninsured rates of 8.4%.
Keep coverage strong year-round
With Boone's low uninsured rate, most residents maintain steady coverage through employers or marketplace plans—but coverage can change with life events. Check Healthcare.gov or your employer plan annually to ensure continuous protection.
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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.