Canadian County Health Data

Canadian County, Oklahoma

Health Score

65/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.7 yr

State avg 72.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.3%

State avg 15.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

35

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

202

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Canadian County, Oklahoma

Canadian County leads state in longevity

At 77.7 years, Canadian County residents live 5 years longer than the national average of 72.5 years—a significant health advantage. Only 16.0% report poor or fair health, well below the U.S. average of 21%, suggesting a population with strong preventive health habits and access to care.

Among Oklahoma's healthiest counties

Canadian County ranks in the top tier statewide, with a life expectancy 5 years above Oklahoma's 72.7-year average. This puts the county in a rare position of outperforming state and national benchmarks across multiple health indicators.

Outpacing peers across Oklahoma

Canadian County's 77.7-year life expectancy and 16.0% poor/fair health rate edge out comparable counties like Cleveland (77.6 years) and Cimarron (76.6 years). The county's 10.3% uninsured rate is also lowest among peer counties, ensuring more residents have stable healthcare access.

Room to grow on provider access

With 35 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Canadian County falls below state and national adequacy benchmarks, though strong mental health capacity at 202 providers per 100K balances the picture. Only 10.3% of residents lack insurance—a strength that helps bridge care gaps.

Protect your health gains

Canadian County's low uninsured rate reflects smart enrollment choices. If you're among the 10.3% without coverage, visit healthcare.gov or contact Oklahoma's Health Insurance Marketplace to explore affordable options and keep your county's health trend moving upward.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Canadian County, OK?
Canadian County has a health score of 65/100, rated "Average." It ranks #1 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 Canadian County?
Life expectancy in Canadian County is 77.7 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Canadian County above the state average.
How does Canadian County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Canadian County's health score of 65/100 is above the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 77.7 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 10.3% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Canadian County?
Key health factors for Canadian County include: life expectancy (77.7 years), uninsured rate (10.3%), and primary care physician access (35:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 202:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Canadian County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 65/100 ("Average"), Canadian County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.7 years. 10.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Canadian County healthier than the Oklahoma average?
Canadian County's health score of 65/100 exceeds the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Canadian County has better primary care access (35:1 ratio) than the state average (38:1).

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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.