Livingston County Health Data

Livingston County, Missouri

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

49/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.1 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.5%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

75

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

96

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.8%

State avg 20.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

48.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 74.6 per 100K

Dentists

14.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

7.0

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Livingston County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureLivingstonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.6%39.0%37.6%0.6 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.5%11.0%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure33.5%34.0%33.5%near state average
Depression27.4%26.4%24.1%1.0 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureLivingstonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.1%19.4%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking17.3%17.5%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity30.6%31.0%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureLivingstonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.2%75.8%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)59.6%55.4%57.3%4.2 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.8%71.9%73.3%1.9 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureLivingstonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.4%19.8%18.6%0.6 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration38.2%39.4%37.3%1.2 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Livingston County nationally on dental visit (past year).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Livingston County Life Expectancy Surpasses Missouri State Average

Health data brief for Livingston County, Missouri.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Livingston County is 76.1 years, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 74.3 years and approaches the national average of approximately 77 years. The county’s primary care provider ratio is 75 per 100,000 residents, exceeding the national median of 70 per 100,000. Mental health care is provided at a rate of 96 providers per 100,000, which is below the national median of 250. The percentage of adults reporting poor or fair health is 17.8%, similar to the national benchmark of 17%. About 12.5% of the population is uninsured, matching the Missouri state average but exceeding the national rate of 10%. These figures provide a snapshot of clinical access and health status in the area. Explore the CDC County Health Rankings for more information on these metrics.

Get Care in Livingston County, Missouri

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Hedrick Medical Center

ER
4/5
(660) 646-1480
2799 North Washington Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Livingston County, MO?
Livingston County has a health score of 49/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #26 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 Livingston County?
Life expectancy in Livingston County is 76.1 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making Livingston County above the state average.
How does Livingston County health compare to the Missouri average?
Livingston County's health score of 49/100 is above the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 76.1 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 12.5% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Livingston County?
Key health factors for Livingston County include: life expectancy (76.1 years), uninsured rate (12.5%), and primary care physician access (75:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 96:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Livingston County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 49/100 ("Below Average"), Livingston County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.1 years. 12.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Livingston County healthier than the Missouri average?
Livingston County's health score of 49/100 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.