Camden County Health Data

Camden County, Missouri

Health Score

47/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.8 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.9%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

76

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

211

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Camden County, Missouri

Camden ranks among Missouri's healthiest

At 76.8 years, Camden's life expectancy sits 2.2 years below the U.S. average of 79 but ranks high within Missouri. Only 18.5% report poor or fair health—below the national average of 18%—indicating relatively strong population wellness.

Strong lifespan, mixed coverage challenges

Camden's 76.8-year life expectancy exceeds Missouri's 74.3-year average by 2.5 years, ranking it in the state's healthier half. However, its 13.9% uninsured rate runs above the state average of 12.5%, suggesting coverage gaps despite overall health strength.

Top-tier life expectancy with solid providers

Camden's 76.8-year life expectancy edges Callaway (76.0 years) and Cape Girardeau (75.8 years), reflecting strong community health management. With 76 primary care providers per 100K and 211 mental health providers per 100K, Camden offers mid-tier access across the region.

Strong health outcomes mask uninsured gaps

Camden's solid life expectancy and low poor/fair health rate (18.5%) are offset by its 13.9% uninsured rate—the region's highest. This disparity suggests that some residents lack consistent preventive care access despite the county's overall good health trajectory.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Camden County, MO?
Camden County has a health score of 47/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #33 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 Camden County?
Life expectancy in Camden County is 76.8 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making Camden County above the state average.
How does Camden County health compare to the Missouri average?
Camden County's health score of 47/100 is above the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 76.8 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 13.9% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Camden County?
Key health factors for Camden County include: life expectancy (76.8 years), uninsured rate (13.9%), and primary care physician access (76:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 211:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Camden County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 47/100 ("Below Average"), Camden County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.8 years. 13.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Camden County healthier than the Missouri average?
Camden County's health score of 47/100 exceeds the Missouri average of 38/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.