Lincoln County Health Data

Lincoln County, Oklahoma

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

28/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.2 yr

State avg 72.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.5%

State avg 15.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

24

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

194

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

21.5%

State avg 22.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

32.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 23.6 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

32.4

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 Lincoln County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureLincolnState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity43.9%41.1%37.6%2.8 pts worse than state
Diabetes11.4%12.0%11.2%0.6 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure37.7%37.3%33.5%near state average
Depression26.8%26.1%24.1%0.7 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureLincolnState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.2%19.1%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking16.0%15.1%17.8%0.9 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity31.6%32.7%27.0%1.1 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureLincolnState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.9%76.3%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)53.0%53.4%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)65.4%66.9%73.3%1.5 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureLincolnState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.6%19.4%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration39.4%38.6%37.3%0.8 pts worse than state

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

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

Data Story

Lincoln County Primary Care Availability Trails National Median

Health data brief for Lincoln County, Oklahoma.

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

Lincoln County records 24 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents. This figure sits far from the national median of approximately 70 providers per 100,000 people. Other healthcare metrics show that 21.5% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. The local uninsured rate is 15.5%, nearly identical to the Oklahoma state average of 15.3% but higher than the national 10% average. Residents here have a life expectancy of 74.2 years. While this is lower than the national average of 77 years, it exceeds the Oklahoma state average of 72.7 years. Mental health provider availability is measured at 194 per 100,000 residents, trailing the national median of 250. Access to medical services remains a central metric in regional health assessments. View the Oklahoma state health profile for more details.

Get Care in Lincoln 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.

Prague Regional Memorial Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(405) 567-4922
1322 Klabzuba Avenue, Prague, OK 74864
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Local

Rural Wellness Stroud Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(918) 968-3571
2308 Highway 66 West, Stroud, OK 74079
Critical Access 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 Lincoln County, OK?
Lincoln County has a health score of 28/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #26 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 Lincoln County?
Life expectancy in Lincoln County is 74.2 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Lincoln County above the state average.
How does Lincoln County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Lincoln County's health score of 28/100 is above the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 74.2 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 15.5% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Lincoln County?
Key health factors for Lincoln County include: life expectancy (74.2 years), uninsured rate (15.5%), and primary care physician access (24:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 194:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Lincoln County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 28/100 ("Below Average"), Lincoln County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.2 years. 15.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Lincoln County healthier than the Oklahoma average?
Lincoln County's health score of 28/100 exceeds the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Lincoln County has better primary care access (24:1 ratio) than the state average (38:1).

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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.