Kiowa County Health Data

Kiowa County, Oklahoma

Health Score

14/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.1 yr

State avg 72.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.9%

State avg 15.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

36

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

155

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Kiowa County, Oklahoma

Kiowa County faces significant health challenges

Life expectancy in Kiowa County is 70.1 years—the lowest in this dataset and over a year below the U.S. average of 71.4 years. Nearly one in four residents (24.7%) report poor or fair health, indicating substantial community health struggles.

County ranks among Oklahoma's poorest health outcomes

Kiowa County's 70.1-year life expectancy ranks in the bottom tier of Oklahoma's counties, falling 2.6 years below the state average of 72.7 years. The 24.7% poor/fair health rate underscores deeply rooted health disparities.

Significant disparities compared to adjacent counties

Jackson County residents live 2.9 years longer than Kiowa County residents, and Kay County (71.8 years) also outpaces Kiowa substantially. Limited primary care provider capacity at 36 per 100,000 compounds the health disadvantage Kiowa County residents face.

Sparse provider network and insurance barriers

Kiowa County has just 36 primary care providers per 100,000 and 155 mental health providers per 100,000—limited resources for community health needs. Though the 13.9% uninsured rate is slightly below state average, the scarcity of available providers means coverage alone doesn't guarantee easy access to care.

Coverage is essential for your health

Kiowa County residents should prioritize finding health insurance coverage to support preventive care and catch health problems early. Call 1-800-318-2596 or visit healthcare.gov to explore plans that may reduce your out-of-pocket costs and improve access to the care this community needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Kiowa County, OK?
Kiowa County has a health score of 14/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #59 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 Kiowa County?
Life expectancy in Kiowa County is 70.1 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Kiowa County below the state average.
How does Kiowa County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Kiowa County's health score of 14/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 70.1 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 13.9% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Kiowa County?
Key health factors for Kiowa County include: life expectancy (70.1 years), uninsured rate (13.9%), and primary care physician access (36:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 155:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Kiowa County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 14/100 ("Below Average"), Kiowa County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.1 years. 13.9% 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 Kiowa County?
Kiowa County's health score of 14/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. The uninsured rate of 13.9% 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.