Moniteau County Health Data

Moniteau County, Missouri

Health Score

31/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.7%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

7

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Moniteau County, Missouri

Moniteau holds steady on life expectancy

At 74.8 years, Moniteau County's life expectancy sits just below the U.S. average of 74.4 years, typical of many American counties. The 20.2% poor or fair health rate aligns with national patterns, though the county faces unique challenges in healthcare access.

Slightly above Missouri's baseline

Moniteau's life expectancy of 74.8 years exceeds Missouri's 74.3-year average by 0.5 years, ranking it in the middle of Missouri's health outcomes. However, the county's 17.7% uninsured rate substantially exceeds the state average of 12.5%, affecting insurance coverage.

High uninsurance in a stable region

Moniteau's 74.8-year life expectancy is comparable to Miller County (74.9 years) and Mercer County (75.8 years), but its 17.7% uninsured rate is the highest among nearby counties. The county's 7 primary care providers per 100K is a critical shortage—among the lowest in the region—creating access bottlenecks.

Severe shortage of primary care

Moniteau's 17.7% uninsured rate means nearly 1 in 5 residents lack health coverage, and those with insurance face a severe provider crunch with only 7 primary care physicians per 100K. The shortage forces residents to travel for routine care or delay treatment, undermining preventive health.

Get covered despite provider gaps

With Moniteau's critical provider shortage, having insurance becomes even more essential—it opens options for care coordination and specialist referrals. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE to find coverage, and ask your doctor about telehealth to bridge local access gaps.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Moniteau County, MO?
Moniteau County has a health score of 31/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #76 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 Moniteau County?
Life expectancy in Moniteau County is 74.8 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making Moniteau County above the state average.
How does Moniteau County health compare to the Missouri average?
Moniteau County's health score of 31/100 is below the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 74.8 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 17.7% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Moniteau County?
Key health factors for Moniteau County include: life expectancy (74.8 years), uninsured rate (17.7%), and primary care physician access (7:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 46:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Moniteau County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 31/100 ("Below Average"), Moniteau County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.8 years. 17.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Moniteau County?
Moniteau County's health score of 31/100 is below the Missouri average of 38/100. The uninsured rate of 17.7% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.