Osage County Health Data

Osage County, Oklahoma

Health Score

38/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

State avg 72.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.6%

State avg 15.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

18

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

72

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Osage County, Oklahoma

Osage County outlives the nation

At 75.8 years, Osage County residents live nearly 2 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years, suggesting better-than-typical health outcomes for rural Oklahoma. Yet one in five residents reports poor or fair health, tracking close to national trends around chronic disease and preventive care gaps.

Top 10% healthiest in Oklahoma

Osage County's 75.8-year life expectancy ranks among Oklahoma's best, beating the state average of 72.7 years by over 3 years. The county's 21.2% poor/fair health rate sits below state peers, signaling stronger overall wellness management.

Leading the northeastern tier

Compared to neighboring counties like Pawnee (71.4 years) and Payne (75.9 years), Osage County holds steady in the middle-to-upper range of life expectancy. Its 13.6% uninsured rate beats the state average of 15.3%, offering residents more consistent insurance coverage.

Primary care shortage, mental health lag

Osage County has just 18 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—well below the state and national benchmarks—making routine doctor visits harder to access. Mental health support is similarly sparse at 72 per 100,000, leaving many residents without nearby counselors or psychiatrists.

Keep your insurance advantage

With 13.6% of residents uninsured, Osage County does better than most of Oklahoma, but one in eight people still lack coverage. Check HealthCare.gov or contact your local health department to review plans—you may qualify for tax credits or Medicaid expansion coverage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Osage County, OK?
Osage County has a health score of 38/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #15 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 Osage County?
Life expectancy in Osage County is 75.8 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Osage County above the state average.
How does Osage County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Osage County's health score of 38/100 is above the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 75.8 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 13.6% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Osage County?
Key health factors for Osage County include: life expectancy (75.8 years), uninsured rate (13.6%), and primary care physician access (18:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 72:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Osage County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 38/100 ("Below Average"), Osage County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.8 years. 13.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Osage County healthier than the Oklahoma average?
Osage County's health score of 38/100 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. Osage County has better primary care access (18:1 ratio) than the state average (38:1).

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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.