Okmulgee County Health Data

Okmulgee County, Oklahoma

Health Score

13/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

69.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

69.9 yr

State avg 72.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.0%

State avg 15.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

30

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

338

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Okmulgee County, Oklahoma

Life expectancy trails national average

Okmulgee County residents live to 69.9 years, nearly 6.5 years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. Nearly one in four residents (24.4%) report poor or fair health, well above the national rate of 18%, indicating significant underlying health challenges.

Among Oklahoma's lowest life expectancies

At 69.9 years, Okmulgee County ranks among the state's lowest life expectancies, trailing Oklahoma's 72.7-year average by 2.8 years. The 24.4% poor/fair health rate places the county near the bottom of state performance.

Part of a struggling regional cluster

Okmulgee County's 69.9-year life expectancy nearly matches Muskogee County (70.1) and McIntosh County (70.8), reflecting a broader regional health crisis. Its 24.4% poor/fair health rate is similarly high among peers.

Adequate primary care, decent mental health access

Okmulgee County has 30 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, a moderate level compared to rural counties but below urban standards. At 15.0% uninsured and 338 mental health providers per 100K, the county shows adequate infrastructure despite life expectancy challenges.

Coverage opens doors to better health

With 15.0% of Okmulgee County residents uninsured, healthcare access is within reach through the Health Insurance Marketplace or Oklahoma Medicaid. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to find coverage that supports your health goals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Okmulgee County, OK?
Okmulgee County has a health score of 13/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #61 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 Okmulgee County?
Life expectancy in Okmulgee County is 69.9 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Okmulgee County below the state average.
How does Okmulgee County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Okmulgee County's health score of 13/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 69.9 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 15.0% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Okmulgee County?
Key health factors for Okmulgee County include: life expectancy (69.9 years), uninsured rate (15.0%), and primary care physician access (30:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 338:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Okmulgee County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 13/100 ("Below Average"), Okmulgee County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 69.9 years. 15.0% 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 Okmulgee County?
Okmulgee County's health score of 13/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. The uninsured rate of 15.0% 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.