Holt County Health Data

Holt County, Missouri

Health Score

53/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

78.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.2 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.6%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

47

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Holt County, Missouri

Holt County leads on life expectancy

At 78.2 years, Holt County residents live nearly 2 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years—the highest life expectancy among these eight counties. Only 20.8% report poor or fair health, indicating strong overall wellness.

Missouri's longest-living county

Holt County's 78.2-year life expectancy outpaces Missouri's state average of 74.3 years by nearly 4 years, placing it among the state's healthiest communities. Its 10.6% uninsured rate also beats the state average of 12.5%.

Significantly outpacing regional peers

Holt County residents live 5.1 years longer than Hickory County and 4.9 years longer than Iron County. The county's strong health outcomes stand out distinctly in this regional comparison.

Good coverage despite provider data gaps

Holt County's 10.6% uninsured rate is among the best in the region, though detailed primary care provider counts are unavailable. Mental health services at 47 per 100K are present, though data limitations prevent full assessment of access.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Holt County, MO?
Holt County has a health score of 53/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #16 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 Holt County?
Life expectancy in Holt County is 78.2 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making Holt County above the state average.
How does Holt County health compare to the Missouri average?
Holt County's health score of 53/100 is above the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 78.2 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 10.6% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Holt County?
Key health factors for Holt County include: life expectancy (78.2 years), uninsured rate (10.6%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 47:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Holt County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 53/100 ("Below Average"), Holt County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.2 years. 10.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Holt County healthier than the Missouri average?
Holt County's health score of 53/100 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.