Saline County Health Data

Saline County, Missouri

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

Data Story

About Health in Saline County, Missouri

Saline County outperforms national benchmarks

Saline County's 74.8-year life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 78.8 years by falling only 4.0 years below it—among the best in this group. Just 18.8% of residents report poor or fair health, matching Ray County and significantly below the national 21% rate.

Saline leads Missouri on health metrics

At 74.8 years, Saline County's life expectancy edges above Missouri's 74.3-year state average, ranking it in the top tier of Missouri counties. The uninsured rate of 11.1% bests both the state average of 12.5% and the national average, indicating robust health coverage across the population.

Saline's success stands out regionally

Saline County's 74.8-year life expectancy outpaces all nearby counties—0.8 years ahead of Reynolds County (74.0 years) and 6.4 years ahead of Ripley County (68.4 years). With 52 primary care providers per 100K, Saline ranks second among these eight counties in physician availability.

Strong access meets strong coverage

Saline County residents enjoy 52 primary care providers per 100K and 143 mental health providers per 100K—above-average capacity for both primary and behavioral health. The 11.1% uninsured rate ensures most residents can translate available providers into actual care.

Saline leads—keep it that way

Even in Saline County's strong coverage environment, 11.1% remain uninsured. If you're among them, healthcare.gov makes enrollment quick and can show you free or low-cost plans.

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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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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.