Greene County Health Data

Greene County, Missouri

Health Score

54/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.0 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.1%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

93

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

484

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Greene County, Missouri

Greene leads Missouri on longevity

Greene County residents live an average of 75.0 years, just 1.1 years below the U.S. average of 76.1 years—the second-highest life expectancy in the region. Only 16.0% report poor or fair health, the lowest rate among the eight counties.

Missouri's health performance leader

At 75.0 years, Greene County's life expectancy exceeds Missouri's state average of 74.3 years by 0.7 years. With an 11.1% uninsured rate, Greene also beats the state average of 12.5%, demonstrating strong health investment.

Clear regional health champion

Greene's 75.0-year life expectancy ranks alongside Franklin (74.9 years) as the region's best. The county's combination of 93 primary care providers and 484 mental health providers per 100K far exceeds all neighbors.

Outstanding healthcare access and coverage

Greene boasts 93 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the highest in the eight-county region—and 484 mental health providers, reflecting a major medical hub. The 11.1% uninsured rate remains a gap, but infrastructure supports nearly all residents.

Complete Greene's health achievement

Even as Greene County leads the region on health outcomes, 1 in 9 residents remains uninsured; Healthcare.gov and Missouri Medicaid can close this final gap. With the county's exceptional provider network, coverage ensures everyone benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Greene County, MO?
Greene County has a health score of 54/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #15 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 Greene County?
Life expectancy in Greene County is 75.0 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making Greene County above the state average.
How does Greene County health compare to the Missouri average?
Greene County's health score of 54/100 is above the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 75.0 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 11.1% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Greene County?
Key health factors for Greene County include: life expectancy (75.0 years), uninsured rate (11.1%), and primary care physician access (93:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 484:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Greene County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 54/100 ("Below Average"), Greene County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.0 years. 11.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Greene County healthier than the Missouri average?
Greene County's health score of 54/100 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.