McIntosh County Health Data

McIntosh County, Oklahoma

Health Score

11/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.8 yr

State avg 72.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.5%

State avg 15.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

10

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

158

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in McIntosh County, Oklahoma

Life expectancy lags national average

McIntosh County residents live to an average of 70.8 years, about 6 years shorter than the U.S. average of 76.4 years. One in four residents (25.2%) report poor or fair health, well above the national rate of 18%. These gaps signal serious underlying health challenges that demand attention.

Below-average life expectancy in state

At 70.8 years, McIntosh County's life expectancy ranks below Oklahoma's state average of 72.7 years. The county's poor/fair health rate of 25.2% also exceeds the state trend, placing it among Oklahoma's counties with the most health struggles.

Health challenges mirror regional struggles

McIntosh County's life expectancy of 70.8 years places it near neighboring Muskogee County (70.1 years) and Okmulgee County (69.9 years), but well below Noble County's 74.2 years. The county's 25.2% poor/fair health rate ranks among the highest in the region.

Primary care shortage affects daily care

McIntosh County has just 10 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—a critical shortage compared to the state's needs. The 17.5% uninsured rate means more residents delay or skip preventive care, while the 158 mental health providers per 100K suggest emerging strength in behavioral health services.

Find affordable health coverage today

With 17.5% of McIntosh County residents uninsured, coverage remains within reach through the Health Insurance Marketplace or Oklahoma Medicaid. Check your eligibility at healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore plans that fit your budget and health needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of McIntosh County, OK?
McIntosh County has a health score of 11/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #65 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 McIntosh County?
Life expectancy in McIntosh County is 70.8 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making McIntosh County below the state average.
How does McIntosh County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
McIntosh 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 17.5% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect McIntosh County?
Key health factors for McIntosh County include: life expectancy (70.8 years), uninsured rate (17.5%), and primary care physician access (10:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 158:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is McIntosh County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 11/100 ("Below Average"), McIntosh County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.8 years. 17.5% 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 McIntosh County?
McIntosh County's health score of 11/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. The uninsured rate of 17.5% 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.