Love County Health Data

Love County, Oklahoma

Health Score

23/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.5 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

49

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

68

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Love County, Oklahoma

Love County's life expectancy trails the nation

At 72.5 years, Love County's life expectancy falls just 1 year short of the U.S. average of 73.5 years—a small gap that compounds over a lifetime. With 21.1% reporting poor or fair health versus the national 19%, residents face elevated chronic illness rates that accelerate mortality.

Slightly below Oklahoma's health benchmark

Love County's 72.5-year life expectancy slightly underperforms the state average of 72.7 years, placing it near the middle of Oklahoma's health rankings. The 16.3% uninsured rate edges above the state's 15.3%, adding economic strain to an already stressed healthcare landscape.

Outmatched by stronger regional performers

Love County ranks among the region's weaker health performers, with its 72.5-year life expectancy trailing Logan (77.9), Lincoln (74.2), and Major (74.1). Primary care providers, however, stand at a strong 49 per 100,000, suggesting geographic access isn't the primary barrier.

Access exists, but barriers remain high

Love County offers 49 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, well above many regional peers, yet health outcomes remain sluggish. The real roadblock is likely affordability: 16.3% lack insurance, and chronic disease rates (21.1% poor/fair health) suggest many skip preventive care due to cost.

Insurance is your first step forward

If you're among Love County's 16.3% uninsured, visiting healthcare.gov or calling 1-800-318-2596 can connect you to affordable plans or Medicaid coverage. With strong provider availability, getting insured is your gateway to using those doctors and reversing health decline trends.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Love County, OK?
Love County has a health score of 23/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #37 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 Love County?
Life expectancy in Love County is 72.5 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Love County below the state average.
How does Love County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Love County's health score of 23/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 72.5 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 16.3% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Love County?
Key health factors for Love County include: life expectancy (72.5 years), uninsured rate (16.3%), and primary care physician access (49:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 68:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Love County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 23/100 ("Below Average"), Love County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.5 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 Love County?
Love County's health score of 23/100 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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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.