Adair County Health Data
Adair County, Oklahoma
Health Score
6/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
69.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
69.3 yr
State avg 72.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.2%
State avg 15.3%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
26
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
240
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Adair County, Oklahoma
Life expectancy lags far behind
At 69.3 years, Adair County residents live roughly 6 years less than the U.S. average of 75.4 years. Nearly 30% of the county reports poor or fair health, well above the national average of 18%. These numbers signal significant health challenges that demand attention.
Among Oklahoma's lowest performers
Adair County ranks in the lower half statewide, with a life expectancy 3.4 years below Oklahoma's average of 72.7 years. The county's 29.5% poor/fair health rate substantially exceeds the state average, placing it among the state's most challenged counties.
Struggling compared to neighboring counties
Adair's 69.3-year life expectancy trails nearby Atoka County (72.9 years) and Bryan County (72.2 years) by measurable margins. With only 26 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Adair has fewer doctors than neighboring counties, limiting access to preventive care.
Uninsured and underserved
One in six Adair County residents lacks health insurance at 16.2%, slightly above Oklahoma's state average of 15.3%. The county has just 26 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, constraining residents' ability to find routine care and manage chronic conditions.
Health coverage is within reach
If you're uninsured, visit Healthcare.gov or ChooseOK.org to explore affordable insurance plans and see if you qualify for federal subsidies or Oklahoma Medicaid. Taking that step today can connect you to preventive care, screenings, and treatments that improve your health and budget.
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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.