Johnson County Health Data
Johnson County, Missouri
Health Score
52/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
75.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
10.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.5 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
35
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
233
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Johnson County, Missouri
Johnson's life expectancy nears national norms
Johnson County's 75.5-year life expectancy sits within 3.4 years of the U.S. average of 78.9 years—among the stronger showings in this county set. Just 17.5% of residents report poor or fair health, beating national trends by a notable margin. Johnson stands out as one of Missouri's healthier counties by these key measures.
Johnson exceeds Missouri health standards
At 75.5 years, Johnson County's life expectancy surpasses Missouri's 74.3-year average by 1.2 years, placing it in the state's healthier tier. With 17.5% of residents in poor or fair health—tied with Jefferson for the lowest rate—Johnson shows consistent strength in population wellbeing. An uninsured rate of 10.5% also outperforms the state average of 12.5%.
Johnson rivals regional health leaders
Johnson's 75.5-year life expectancy tops most neighbors, exceeded only by Knox County (75.7 years) by a narrow margin. Its 17.5% poor/fair health rate ties Jefferson County for the best in the region, suggesting strong preventive health culture. Johnson competes with its healthiest peers on nearly every metric.
Uninsured rates low, but doctor access tight
Johnson County's 10.5% uninsured rate sits well below Missouri's 12.5% baseline, reflecting solid insurance uptake among residents. Yet with only 35 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, scheduling a visit to your family doctor may require patience or a referral chain. Mental health services (233 per 100K) are robust, offering better access to behavioral care than primary care.
Keep your coverage strong
Johnson's low uninsured rate reflects community success in securing coverage—maintain that momentum by reviewing your plan annually on Healthcare.gov. If your coverage lapses or becomes unaffordable, reach out to a local benefits counselor immediately to explore options. Continuous coverage ensures you can access those in-demand primary care appointments.
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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.