Haskell County Health Data

Haskell County, Oklahoma

Health Score

11/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.8 yr

State avg 72.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.4%

State avg 15.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

26

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

287

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Haskell County, Oklahoma

Haskell struggles below national health marks

Haskell County's 70.8-year life expectancy lags the U.S. average by 6 years, placing it among the lowest in this group. More than 1 in 4 residents (26%) report poor or fair health—the highest rate among all eight counties.

Among Oklahoma's most challenged counties

Haskell County's 70.8-year life expectancy falls 1.9 years below Oklahoma's state average of 72.7 years. Its 26% poor/fair health rate is the worst in this comparison, signaling a severe health crisis.

Haskell's burden stands out

Haskell County's 70.8-year life expectancy is among the lowest regional performers, comparable to Harmon (68.8 years) and Garvin (70.5 years). Its 26% poor/fair health rate is the highest of any county examined, marking Haskell as critically vulnerable.

Uninsured and underserved

Haskell County has 26 primary care providers per 100K and 16.4% uninsured residents, both above state average. Mental health providers are available at 287 per 100K, yet the county's dire health statistics suggest systemic gaps in care coordination or health literacy.

Coverage is the first step

With 26% of Haskell County residents reporting poor or fair health and 16.4% uninsured, expanding coverage is critical. Reach out to Medicaid or Healthcare.gov today—insurance access opens the door to preventive screenings and treatments that can reverse the county's health trajectory.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Haskell County, OK?
Haskell County has a health score of 11/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #64 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 Haskell County?
Life expectancy in Haskell County is 70.8 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Haskell County below the state average.
How does Haskell County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Haskell County's health score of 11/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 70.8 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 16.4% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Haskell County?
Key health factors for Haskell County include: life expectancy (70.8 years), uninsured rate (16.4%), and primary care physician access (26:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 287:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Haskell County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 11/100 ("Below Average"), Haskell County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.8 years. 16.4% 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 Haskell County?
Haskell County's health score of 11/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. The uninsured rate of 16.4% 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.