Bryan County Health Data

Bryan County, Oklahoma

Health Score

18/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.2 yr

State avg 72.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.4%

State avg 15.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

38

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

831

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Bryan County, Oklahoma

Below U.S. average, but stabilizing

Bryan County residents live to 72.2 years, about 3.2 years short of the U.S. average of 75.4 years. Just over 22% report poor or fair health, higher than the nation's 18% but manageable compared to the worst performers in our cohort.

Slightly below state average

At 72.2 years, Bryan County's life expectancy falls 0.5 years below Oklahoma's average of 72.7 years, placing it near the middle of the state. Its 22.4% poor/fair health rate exceeds the state average, reflecting higher chronic disease burden than typical.

Middle-of-the-pack regional health

Bryan County's 72.2-year life expectancy matches Beckham County exactly but trails healthier neighbors like Alfalfa (77.7 years) and Beaver (76.5 years). With 38 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Bryan offers moderate access to routine care, though mental health capacity at 831 per 100,000 is notably strong.

Higher uninsured, strong mental health access

At 17.4%, Bryan County's uninsured rate exceeds Oklahoma's state average of 15.3%, leaving nearly one in six residents without steady coverage. The county compensates with robust mental health infrastructure at 831 providers per 100,000 residents—the highest among our eight counties.

Close your coverage gap today

With above-average uninsured rates, Bryan County residents should prioritize finding affordable health insurance to protect their families and finances. Head to Healthcare.gov or ChooseOK.org to explore options and see if you qualify for subsidies that make coverage affordable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Bryan County, OK?
Bryan County has a health score of 18/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #46 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 Bryan County?
Life expectancy in Bryan County is 72.2 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Bryan County below the state average.
How does Bryan County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Bryan County's health score of 18/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 72.2 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 17.4% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Bryan County?
Key health factors for Bryan County include: life expectancy (72.2 years), uninsured rate (17.4%), and primary care physician access (38:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 831:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Bryan County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 18/100 ("Below Average"), Bryan County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.2 years. 17.4% 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 Bryan County?
Bryan County's health score of 18/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. The uninsured rate of 17.4% 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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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.