Clark County Health Data
Clark County, Missouri
Health Score
41/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
77.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
12.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
77.2 yr
State avg 74.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
12.9%
State avg 12.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
30
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
30
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Clark County, Missouri
Clark County matches national health advantages
At 77.2 years, Clark County residents live 2.7 years longer than the U.S. average of 74.5 years, enjoying strong longevity outcomes. However, the county's 22.6% poor or fair health rate slightly exceeds the national average of 21%, showing a disconnect between lifespan and reported health status.
Long lives, but health concerns persist
Clark County ranks in Missouri's top tier for life expectancy at 77.2 years—2.9 years above the state average of 74.3—yet its 22.6% poor/fair health rate is notably above the state median. This suggests Clark residents live longer but report worse health quality than peers statewide.
Lifespan advantage, health status worry
Clark County's 77.2-year life expectancy ties Christian and Cass counties as the region's longest-lived, but its 22.6% poor/fair health rate is worse than most neighbors. This pattern is unique—Clark residents report more health problems despite living as long as healthier peers.
Adequate coverage, moderate provider access
Clark County's uninsured rate of 12.9% is slightly above Missouri's 12.5%, leaving more residents without coverage than state average. The county offers 30 primary care providers and only 30 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, signaling moderate but stretched healthcare infrastructure.
Close the coverage gap in Clark County
With 12.9% uninsured—above state average—Clark County residents should check healthcare.gov to explore affordable plans. Limited mental health provider availability (30 per 100K) makes having insurance especially important for accessing behavioral health care.
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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.