Pushmataha County Health Data

Pushmataha County, Oklahoma

Health Score

7/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

68.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

68.6 yr

State avg 72.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.1%

State avg 15.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

19

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

1028

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma

Pushmataha County faces severe health crisis

At 68.6 years, Pushmataha County residents live nearly 8 years shorter than the U.S. average of 76.4 years—one of the lowest life expectancies in rural America. More than one in four residents reports poor or fair health, signaling severe chronic disease burden and critical healthcare access failures.

Worst health outcomes in Oklahoma

Pushmataha County ranks dead last in Oklahoma for life expectancy, trailing the state average of 72.7 years by over 4 years. Its 27.1% poor/fair health rate is the state's highest, marking a public health emergency requiring urgent intervention.

Regional health crisis zone

Pushmataha County's 68.6-year life expectancy falls nearly 7 years below county leaders Osage and Payne, creating a stark regional divide. The 16.1% uninsured rate also sits above state average, leaving vulnerable residents without financial or healthcare protection.

Mental health paradox masks primary care failure

Pushmataha County has an exceptionally high 1,028 mental health providers per 100,000—likely inflated by regional reporting—yet only 19 primary care providers per 100,000, creating a dangerous gap. Without accessible primary care to diagnose and manage chronic diseases, even robust mental health services cannot reverse the county's severe health decline.

Coverage is urgent and available

One in six Pushmataha County residents lacks health insurance in a county facing the state's worst health crisis, creating a vicious cycle of delayed care and early mortality. Call 1-800-318-2596 or visit HealthCare.gov immediately—insurance is the first step toward accessing the primary care and preventive services your community desperately needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Pushmataha County, OK?
Pushmataha County has a health score of 7/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #74 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 Pushmataha County?
Life expectancy in Pushmataha County is 68.6 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Pushmataha County below the state average.
How does Pushmataha County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Pushmataha County's health score of 7/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 68.6 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 16.1% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Pushmataha County?
Key health factors for Pushmataha County include: life expectancy (68.6 years), uninsured rate (16.1%), and primary care physician access (19:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 1,028:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Pushmataha County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 7/100 ("Below Average"), Pushmataha County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 68.6 years. 16.1% 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 Pushmataha County?
Pushmataha County's health score of 7/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. The uninsured rate of 16.1% 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.