Blaine County Health Data

Blaine County, Oklahoma

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

13/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.3 yr

State avg 72.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.4%

State avg 15.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

363

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

24.2%

State avg 22.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

34.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 58.4 per 100K

Dentists

11.6

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

46.5

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 Blaine County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureBlaineState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.4%41.1%37.6%2.7 pts better than state
Diabetes11.4%12.0%11.2%0.6 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure37.0%37.3%33.5%near state average
Depression25.9%26.1%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureBlaineState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.1%19.1%16.3%1.0 pts better than state
Binge Drinking14.9%15.1%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity31.5%32.7%27.0%1.2 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureBlaineState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.6%76.3%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)51.9%53.4%57.3%1.5 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)68.2%66.9%73.3%1.3 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureBlaineState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.1%19.4%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration38.3%38.6%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Blaine County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Blaine County life expectancy remains lower than state and national averages

Health data brief for Blaine County, Oklahoma.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

The life expectancy for residents of Blaine County is 70.3 years, which is more than two years shorter than the Oklahoma state average of 72.7 years and nearly seven years shorter than the national average of 77 years. The county records 58 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is closer to the national median of 70 than many neighboring counties. Mental health providers are present at a rate of 363 per 100,000, higher than the national median of 250. Approximately 15.4% of residents are uninsured, which matches the state average of 15.3% but is higher than the 10% national rate. Additionally, 24.2% of residents report being in poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Blaine County, Oklahoma

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 Watonga, Inc

ER
Not rated by CMS
(580) 623-7211
500 North Clarence Nash Boulevard, Watonga, OK 73772
Critical Access HospitalsProprietary

Okeene Municipal Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(580) 822-4417
207 East F Street, Okeene, OK 73763
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Local

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 Blaine County, OK?
Blaine County has a health score of 13/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #60 out of 77 counties in Oklahoma (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 Blaine County?
Life expectancy in Blaine County is 70.3 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Blaine County below the state average.
How does Blaine County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Blaine County's health score of 13/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 70.3 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 15.4% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Blaine County?
Key health factors for Blaine County include: life expectancy (70.3 years), uninsured rate (15.4%), and primary care physician access (58:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 363:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Blaine County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 13/100 ("Below Average"), Blaine County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.3 years. 15.4% 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 Blaine County?
Blaine County's health score of 13/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. The uninsured rate of 15.4% 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.