Craig County Health Data

Craig County, Oklahoma

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

14/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.5 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

43

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

586

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

27.3%

State avg 22.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

7.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 42.5 per 100K

Dentists

7.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

63.3

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 Craig County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCraigState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity41.9%41.1%37.6%0.8 pts worse than state
Diabetes13.2%12.0%11.2%1.2 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure39.6%37.3%33.5%2.3 pts worse than state
Depression27.1%26.1%24.1%1.0 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCraigState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking22.8%19.1%16.3%3.7 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking14.9%15.1%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity34.4%32.7%27.0%1.7 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCraigState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.2%76.3%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)48.2%53.4%57.3%5.2 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)65.5%66.9%73.3%1.4 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureCraigState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress21.2%19.4%18.6%1.8 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration39.9%38.6%37.3%1.3 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Craig County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Craig County reports higher rates of poor or fair health

Health data brief for Craig County, Oklahoma.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Craig County, 27.3% of residents report their health as poor or fair. This percentage is higher than the national average of 17%. The county has 586 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is more than double the national median of 250 per 100,000. Conversely, there are 43 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, a figure lower than the national median of 70. Life expectancy in Craig County is 72.5 years, slightly shorter than the Oklahoma state average of 72.7 years and significantly shorter than the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 15.4%, nearly matching the state average of 15.3% but higher than the national rate of 10%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Craig 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.

Saint Francis Hospital Vinita, Inc

ER
3/5
(918) 256-7551
735 North Foreman Street, Vinita, OK 74301
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Craig County, OK?
Craig County has a health score of 14/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #58 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 Craig County?
Life expectancy in Craig County is 72.5 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Craig County below the state average.
How does Craig County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Craig County's health score of 14/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 72.5 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 15.4% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Craig County?
Key health factors for Craig County include: life expectancy (72.5 years), uninsured rate (15.4%), and primary care physician access (43:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 586:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Craig County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 14/100 ("Below Average"), Craig County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.5 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 Craig County?
Craig County's health score of 14/100 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.