Okfuskee County Health Data

Okfuskee County, Oklahoma

Health Score

9/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

68.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

68.8 yr

State avg 72.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.1%

State avg 15.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

9

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

336

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma

Lowest life expectancy in Oklahoma

Okfuskee County residents live to just 68.8 years, nearly 8 years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years—the lowest in this analysis. Over one in four residents (27.2%) report poor or fair health, the highest rate among all surveyed counties, signaling severe health disparities.

Significant health crisis in the county

Okfuskee County's 68.8-year life expectancy falls 3.9 years below Oklahoma's state average of 72.7 years, ranking among the state's lowest. Its 27.2% poor/fair health rate is the worst in the state group analyzed, representing a public health crisis.

Far below regional health standards

Okfuskee County's 68.8-year life expectancy is the lowest in the region, trailing even Muskogee County (70.1) and Okmulgee County (69.9). At 27.2% poor/fair health, the gap is dramatic and demands urgent intervention.

Severe primary care shortage, adequate mental health

Okfuskee County has only 9 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the lowest among surveyed counties—creating a critical access barrier. While 336 mental health providers per 100K show relative strength, the primary care crisis undermines preventive health and chronic disease management.

Health coverage is available and affordable

Okfuskee County residents deserve access to quality healthcare—and 15.1% uninsured can find coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace or Oklahoma Medicaid. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore your options and improve your family's health security.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Okfuskee County, OK?
Okfuskee County has a health score of 9/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #71 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 Okfuskee County?
Life expectancy in Okfuskee County is 68.8 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Okfuskee County below the state average.
How does Okfuskee County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Okfuskee County's health score of 9/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 68.8 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 15.1% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Okfuskee County?
Key health factors for Okfuskee County include: life expectancy (68.8 years), uninsured rate (15.1%), and primary care physician access (9:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 336:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Okfuskee County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 9/100 ("Below Average"), Okfuskee County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 68.8 years. 15.1% 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 Okfuskee County?
Okfuskee County's health score of 9/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. The uninsured rate of 15.1% 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.