Stoddard County Health Data

Stoddard County, Missouri

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

26/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.5 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.9%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

49

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

74

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

22.5%

State avg 20.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

28.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 49.2 per 100K

Dentists

14.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

38.5

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 Stoddard County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureStoddardState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.6%39.0%37.6%1.4 pts better than state
Diabetes11.3%11.0%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure34.4%34.0%33.5%near state average
Depression27.6%26.4%24.1%1.2 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureStoddardState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking22.2%19.4%16.3%2.8 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.2%17.5%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity33.2%31.0%27.0%2.2 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureStoddardState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup73.8%75.8%74.9%2.0 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)49.4%55.4%57.3%6.0 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)69.7%71.9%73.3%2.2 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureStoddardState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.7%19.8%18.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration41.8%39.4%37.3%2.4 pts worse than state

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

Poor Health Rate in Stoddard County Reaches 22.5 Percent

Health data brief for Stoddard County, Missouri.

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

In Stoddard County, 22.5% of adults report poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. Life expectancy is 73.5 years, shorter than the state average of 74.3 years and the national 77 years. The uninsured rate is 13.9%, which exceeds both the Missouri average of 12.5% and the national 10%. Clinical data shows 49 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, below the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is 74 per 100,000, which is significantly lower than the national median of 250. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Stoddard 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.

Mercy Hospital Stoddard

ER
2/5
(573) 624-5566
1200 N One Mile Rd, Dexter, MO 63841
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 Stoddard County, MO?
Stoddard County has a health score of 26/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #89 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 Stoddard County?
Life expectancy in Stoddard County is 73.5 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making Stoddard County below the state average.
How does Stoddard County health compare to the Missouri average?
Stoddard County's health score of 26/100 is below the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 73.5 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 13.9% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Stoddard County?
Key health factors for Stoddard County include: life expectancy (73.5 years), uninsured rate (13.9%), and primary care physician access (49:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 74:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Stoddard County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 26/100 ("Below Average"), Stoddard County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.5 years. 13.9% 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 Stoddard County?
Stoddard County's health score of 26/100 is below the Missouri average of 38/100. The uninsured rate of 13.9% 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.