Harper County Health Data
Harper County, Oklahoma
Health Score
42/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
78.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
18.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.2 yr
State avg 72.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
18.4%
State avg 15.3%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
63
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Harper County, Oklahoma
Harper County defies national trends
Harper County boasts the highest life expectancy in this group at 78.2 years—1.4 years above the U.S. average of 76.8 years. Its 20.4% poor/fair health rate slightly exceeds the national benchmark, indicating room for improvement despite strong longevity.
Oklahoma's standout longevity leader
Harper County's 78.2-year life expectancy exceeds Oklahoma's state average by 5.5 years, positioning it as the healthiest county in this group. This remarkable outcome reflects both strong health behaviors and effective healthcare engagement.
Harper leads the region by far
Harper County's 78.2-year life expectancy towers above all peers, outpacing the next-best (Grady at 74.1 years) by over 4 years. This exceptional result makes Harper a regional model for health outcomes.
Strong outcomes despite insurance gaps
Data on primary care providers is unavailable for Harper County, limiting assessment of provider infrastructure. However, 18.4% of residents lack health insurance—the highest uninsured rate in this group—which may undermine the county's health gains.
Protect Harper's health legacy
Harper County's exceptional life expectancy depends on sustained healthcare access; yet 18.4% of residents are uninsured. Enroll in Oklahoma's marketplace or Medicaid to maintain preventive care and secure the insurance safety net that supports the county's outstanding health record.
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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.