Ste. Genevieve County Health Data

Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

51/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.5 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

43

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

107

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

19.5%

State avg 20.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

43.1

per 100K residentsCDC: 43.0 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 Ste. Genevieve County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSte. GenevieveState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.1%39.0%37.6%1.9 pts better than state
Diabetes9.8%11.0%11.2%1.2 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure33.1%34.0%33.5%0.9 pts better than state
Depression25.9%26.4%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureSte. GenevieveState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.5%19.4%16.3%1.9 pts better than state
Binge Drinking18.7%17.5%17.8%1.2 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity28.2%31.0%27.0%2.8 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSte. GenevieveState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.7%75.8%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)57.1%55.4%57.3%1.7 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.2%71.9%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureSte. GenevieveState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.9%19.8%18.6%0.9 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration38.6%39.4%37.3%0.8 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Ste. Genevieve County nationally on physical inactivity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Ste. Genevieve County Records 43 Primary Care Providers per 100K

Health data brief for Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Ste. Genevieve County has 43 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The mental health provider ratio is 107 per 100,000, which is also below the national median of 250. Life expectancy is 76.5 years, exceeding the Missouri average of 74.3 years but trailing the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 10.4%, which is lower than the state's 12.5% and near the national 10% figure. Approximately 19.5% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, compared to the 17% national average. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Ste. Genevieve 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.

Ste Genevieve County Memorial Hospital

ER
4/5
(573) 883-2751
Hwys 61 & 32, Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670
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 Ste. Genevieve County, MO?
Ste. Genevieve County has a health score of 51/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #24 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 Ste. Genevieve County?
Life expectancy in Ste. Genevieve County is 76.5 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making Ste. Genevieve County above the state average.
How does Ste. Genevieve County health compare to the Missouri average?
Ste. Genevieve County's health score of 51/100 is above the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 76.5 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 10.4% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Ste. Genevieve County?
Key health factors for Ste. Genevieve County include: life expectancy (76.5 years), uninsured rate (10.4%), and primary care physician access (43:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 107:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Ste. Genevieve County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 51/100 ("Below Average"), Ste. Genevieve County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.5 years. 10.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Ste. Genevieve County healthier than the Missouri average?
Ste. Genevieve County's health score of 51/100 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.