Reynolds County Health Data

Reynolds County, Missouri

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

24/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.0 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.3%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

33

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

185

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

23.8%

State avg 20.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Dentists

16.5

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 Reynolds County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureReynoldsState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity41.0%39.0%37.6%2.0 pts worse than state
Diabetes11.8%11.0%11.2%0.8 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure35.0%34.0%33.5%1.0 pts worse than state
Depression27.5%26.4%24.1%1.1 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureReynoldsState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking22.4%19.4%16.3%3.0 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.5%17.5%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity33.8%31.0%27.0%2.8 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureReynoldsState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.7%75.8%74.9%1.1 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)49.9%55.4%57.3%5.5 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)69.9%71.9%73.3%2.0 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureReynoldsState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.9%19.8%18.6%1.1 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration41.1%39.4%37.3%1.7 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Reynolds 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

Reynolds County Reports Higher Rates of Poor and Fair Health

Health data brief for Reynolds County, Missouri.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Reynolds County, 23.8% of adults report being in poor or fair health, a rate that is higher than the national average of 17%. The county’s uninsured rate stands at 15.3%, exceeding both the Missouri average of 12.5% and the national average of 10%. Life expectancy for residents is 74.0 years, nearly matching the Missouri average of 74.3 years but falling behind the national average of 77 years. Regarding healthcare access, the county has 33 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70. For mental health services, the county records 185 providers per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 250. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Reynolds 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.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Reynolds County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

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 Reynolds County, MO?
Reynolds County has a health score of 24/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #95 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 Reynolds County?
Life expectancy in Reynolds County is 74.0 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making Reynolds County below the state average.
How does Reynolds County health compare to the Missouri average?
Reynolds County's health score of 24/100 is below the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 74.0 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 15.3% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Reynolds County?
Key health factors for Reynolds County include: life expectancy (74.0 years), uninsured rate (15.3%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 185:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Reynolds County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 24/100 ("Below Average"), Reynolds County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.0 years. 15.3% 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 Reynolds County?
Reynolds County's health score of 24/100 is below the Missouri average of 38/100. The uninsured rate of 15.3% 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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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.