Garvin County Health Data

Garvin County, Oklahoma

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

15/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.5 yr

State avg 72.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.3%

State avg 15.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

35

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

182

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

22.9%

State avg 22.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

19.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 34.9 per 100K

Dentists

7.8

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

3.9

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 Garvin County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGarvinState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.5%41.1%37.6%2.6 pts better than state
Diabetes11.9%12.0%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure37.4%37.3%33.5%near state average
Depression26.9%26.1%24.1%0.8 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGarvinState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.5%19.1%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking15.1%15.1%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity33.1%32.7%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGarvinState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.2%76.3%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)52.4%53.4%57.3%1.0 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)69.1%66.9%73.3%2.2 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureGarvinState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.0%19.4%18.6%0.6 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration39.5%38.6%37.3%0.9 pts worse than state

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

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

Data Story

Garvin County Faces Primary Care Provider Availability Gap

Health data brief for Garvin County, Oklahoma.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Garvin County reports 35 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is exactly half the national median of 70 per 100,000. Data from the CDC and NPPES show a life expectancy of 70.5 years, a figure that sits below the Oklahoma state average of 72.7 years and trailing the national average of approximately 77 years. The uninsured rate in the county is 16.3%, slightly higher than the state average of 15.3% and notably above the 10% national average. Additionally, 22.9% of residents report being in poor or fair health, compared to the 17% national average. Mental health provider ratios also lag behind national figures, with 182 providers per 100,000 residents compared to the national median of 250. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Garvin 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.

Lindsay Municipal Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(405) 756-1404
1305 W Cherokee Street - Highway 19 West, Lindsay, OK 73052
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Valley Community Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(405) 866-5100
100 Valley Drive, Pauls Valley, OK 73075
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

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 Garvin County, OK?
Garvin County has a health score of 15/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #57 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 Garvin County?
Life expectancy in Garvin County is 70.5 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Garvin County below the state average.
How does Garvin County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Garvin County's health score of 15/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 70.5 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 16.3% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Garvin County?
Key health factors for Garvin County include: life expectancy (70.5 years), uninsured rate (16.3%), and primary care physician access (35:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 182:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Garvin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 15/100 ("Below Average"), Garvin County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.5 years. 16.3% 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 Garvin County?
Garvin County's health score of 15/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. The uninsured rate of 16.3% 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.