Henry County Health Data

Henry County, Missouri

Health Score

41/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.6%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

77

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

378

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Henry County, Missouri

Henry County matches Missouri's average

At 74.3 years, Henry County's life expectancy aligns exactly with Missouri's state average and sits just 0.1 years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. The 19.1% poor/fair health rate is among Missouri's better outcomes.

Right at Missouri's median health rank

Henry County's life expectancy of 74.3 years matches the state average precisely, placing it squarely in Missouri's middle band for health outcomes. Its uninsured rate of 11.6% is slightly better than the state's 12.5%.

Strong primary care network regionally

Henry County leads nearby counties with 77 primary care providers per 100K—more than three times Harrison County's 25 per 100K. Its 378 mental health providers per 100K is among the highest in the region, suggesting strong mental healthcare availability.

Excellent healthcare access and coverage

Henry County residents enjoy robust provider networks: 77 primary care providers per 100K and 378 mental health providers per 100K make healthcare readily accessible. At 11.6% uninsured, the county's coverage rate is stronger than the state average.

Leverage Henry County's strong networks

If you're among the 11.6% without insurance, Henry County's abundant providers mean you'll have options once covered. Explore your options at healthcare.gov or reach out to local community health centers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Henry County, MO?
Henry County has a health score of 41/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #45 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 Henry County?
Life expectancy in Henry County is 74.3 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making Henry County equal to the state average.
How does Henry County health compare to the Missouri average?
Henry County's health score of 41/100 is above the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 74.3 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 11.6% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Henry County?
Key health factors for Henry County include: life expectancy (74.3 years), uninsured rate (11.6%), and primary care physician access (77:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 378:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Henry County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 41/100 ("Below Average"), Henry County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.3 years. 11.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Henry County healthier than the Missouri average?
Henry County's health score of 41/100 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.