Saline County Health Data

Saline County, Missouri

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

44/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.1%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

52

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

143

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.8%

State avg 20.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

34.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 51.5 per 100K

Dentists

17.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

25.9

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 Saline County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSalineState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.2%39.0%37.6%near state average
Diabetes11.2%11.0%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure33.0%34.0%33.5%1.0 pts better than state
Depression25.3%26.4%24.1%1.1 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureSalineState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.6%19.4%16.3%1.8 pts better than state
Binge Drinking17.6%17.5%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity31.5%31.0%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSalineState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.0%75.8%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)57.4%55.4%57.3%2.0 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.3%71.9%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureSalineState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.7%19.8%18.6%1.1 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration40.9%39.4%37.3%1.5 pts worse than state

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

Saline County Life Expectancy Surpasses Missouri State Average

Health data brief for Saline County, Missouri.

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

Saline County residents have a life expectancy of 74.8 years, which is slightly higher than the Missouri average of 74.3 years though shorter than the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate in the county is 11.1%, lower than the state average of 12.5% but higher than the national average of 10%. Reports of poor or fair health among adults stand at 18.8%, higher than the national average of 17%. The county has 52 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 70. Regarding mental health services, the county provides 143 providers per 100,000 residents, while the national median is 250. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Saline 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.

Fitzgibbon Hospital

ER
2/5
(660) 886-7431
2305 S 65 Highway, Marshall, MO 65340
Acute Care 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 Saline County, MO?
Saline County has a health score of 44/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #36 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 Saline County?
Life expectancy in Saline County is 74.8 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making Saline County above the state average.
How does Saline County health compare to the Missouri average?
Saline County's health score of 44/100 is above the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 74.8 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 11.1% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Saline County?
Key health factors for Saline County include: life expectancy (74.8 years), uninsured rate (11.1%), and primary care physician access (52:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 143:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Saline County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 44/100 ("Below Average"), Saline County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.8 years. 11.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Saline County healthier than the Missouri average?
Saline County's health score of 44/100 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.