Choctaw County Health Data

Choctaw County, Oklahoma

Health Score

9/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

68.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

68.3 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

42

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

827

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Choctaw County, Oklahoma

Choctaw County faces critical health crisis

Life expectancy of 68.3 years ranks among the lowest in the nation, trailing the U.S. average by 4.2 years and Oklahoma's average by 4.4 years. At 25.8%, the poor/fair health rate is one of the highest, reflecting severe chronic disease burden across the population.

Oklahoma's health warning sign

Choctaw County's 68.3-year life expectancy is the lowest among all counties analyzed here and represents a major public health concern within Oklahoma. The 25.8% poor/fair health rate signals that more than one in four residents struggle with health daily.

Worst health outcomes in the region

Choctaw County's 68.3-year life expectancy and 25.8% poor/fair health rate are substantially worse than all peer counties, including Coal (70.0 years) and Carter (71.7 years). The 15.4% uninsured rate sits near state average, but health challenges run far deeper than insurance alone.

Unusual mental health resources, primary care shortfall

Choctaw County has exceptionally high mental health provider capacity at 827 per 100,000—the highest in the state—yet only 42 primary care providers per 100K, suggesting a mismatch between available specialists and primary care access. This imbalance likely reflects either specific program investments or severe primary care shortages.

Coverage is essential—take action today

With life expectancy well below state average, every resident deserves healthcare access. If you're uninsured, enroll immediately at healthcare.gov or contact local federally qualified health centers to begin turning these statistics around.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Choctaw County, OK?
Choctaw County has a health score of 9/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #69 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 Choctaw County?
Life expectancy in Choctaw County is 68.3 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Choctaw County below the state average.
How does Choctaw County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Choctaw County's health score of 9/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 68.3 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 15.4% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Choctaw County?
Key health factors for Choctaw County include: life expectancy (68.3 years), uninsured rate (15.4%), and primary care physician access (42:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 827:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Choctaw County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 9/100 ("Below Average"), Choctaw County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 68.3 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 Choctaw County?
Choctaw County's health score of 9/100 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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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.