Cooper County Health Data

Cooper County, Missouri

Health Score

55/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

77.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.3 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.5%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

23

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

124

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Cooper County, Missouri

Cooper County significantly outlives U.S. average

Cooper County residents live to 77.3 years on average, beating the U.S. life expectancy of 73.7 years by 3.6 years. However, 19.0% report poor or fair health status, slightly above the national rate of 19.3%, suggesting health gains mask underlying disparities.

Among Missouri's healthiest counties

At 77.3 years, Cooper County's life expectancy tops the state average of 74.3 years by a significant 3 years. The uninsured rate of 10.5% is better than Missouri's 12.5% average, though it exceeds rates in neighboring Cole and Clinton counties.

Strong longevity, tight provider network

Cooper County's 77.3-year life expectancy matches or beats all regional peers, but its 23 primary care providers per 100K is a critical gap compared to Clinton County's 61 and Cole County's 70. Mental health access at 124 per 100K is solid but below Cole County's exceptional 252.

High health expectations, limited access

Cooper County's 10.5% uninsured rate leaves about 1 in 9.5 residents without coverage, limiting their ability to access the county's restricted primary care network of just 23 providers per 100K. The 19.0% poor/fair health rate suggests gaps in preventive care reach despite strong life expectancy.

Secure coverage to access local care

With primary care access tighter than state averages, getting insured in Cooper County is critical for regular preventive care. Check Healthcare.gov today to find affordable plans and ensure you can reach the providers serving your community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Cooper County, MO?
Cooper County has a health score of 55/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #13 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 Cooper County?
Life expectancy in Cooper County is 77.3 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making Cooper County above the state average.
How does Cooper County health compare to the Missouri average?
Cooper County's health score of 55/100 is above the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 77.3 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 10.5% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Cooper County?
Key health factors for Cooper County include: life expectancy (77.3 years), uninsured rate (10.5%), and primary care physician access (23:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 124:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cooper County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 55/100 ("Below Average"), Cooper County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.3 years. 10.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Cooper County healthier than the Missouri average?
Cooper County's health score of 55/100 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. Cooper County has better primary care access (23:1 ratio) than the state average (43:1).

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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.