St. Clair County Health Data

St. Clair County, Missouri

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

35/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.0 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.3%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

43

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

31

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

22.1%

State avg 20.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

52.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 42.7 per 100K

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 St. Clair County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSt. ClairState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.7%39.0%37.6%1.3 pts better than state
Diabetes11.8%11.0%11.2%0.8 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure35.8%34.0%33.5%1.8 pts worse than state
Depression27.6%26.4%24.1%1.2 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureSt. ClairState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking21.8%19.4%16.3%2.4 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.4%17.5%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity33.7%31.0%27.0%2.7 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSt. ClairState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.1%75.8%74.9%0.7 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)52.6%55.4%57.3%2.8 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)71.4%71.9%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureSt. ClairState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.7%19.8%18.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration37.3%39.4%37.3%2.1 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare St. Clair 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

Mental Health Provider Ratio in St. Clair County Reaches 31

Health data brief for St. Clair County, Missouri.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

St. Clair County has 31 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a concentration significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. The primary care provider ratio is 43 per 100,000, which is also lower than the national median of 70. Life expectancy for county residents is 75.0 years, slightly longer than the state average of 74.3 years but shorter than the national 77 years. The uninsured rate is 12.3%, close to the Missouri average of 12.5% and higher than the national 10%. Roughly 22.1% of adults describe their health as poor or fair, exceeding the 17% national average. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in St. Clair 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.

Ellett Memorial Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(660) 476-2111
610 N Ohio Street, Appleton City, MO 64724
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

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 St. Clair County, MO?
St. Clair County has a health score of 35/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #62 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 St. Clair County?
Life expectancy in St. Clair County is 75.0 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making St. Clair County above the state average.
How does St. Clair County health compare to the Missouri average?
St. Clair County's health score of 35/100 is below the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 75.0 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 12.3% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect St. Clair County?
Key health factors for St. Clair County include: life expectancy (75.0 years), uninsured rate (12.3%), and primary care physician access (43:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 31:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is St. Clair County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 35/100 ("Below Average"), St. Clair County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.0 years. 12.3% 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 St. Clair County?
St. Clair County's health score of 35/100 is below the Missouri average of 38/100. The uninsured rate of 12.3% 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.