Washita County Health Data
Washita County, Oklahoma
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
21/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
71.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
14.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
71.5 yr
State avg 72.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
14.6%
State avg 15.3%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
28
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
47
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
21.7%
State avg 22.7%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Dentists
9.2
per 100K residents
Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.
Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health
These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Washita County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Washita | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 39.5% | 41.1% | 37.6% | 1.6 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 10.8% | 12.0% | 11.2% | 1.2 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.8% | 37.3% | 33.5% | 2.5 pts better than state |
| Depression | 26.3% | 26.1% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Washita | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 17.8% | 19.1% | 16.3% | 1.3 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% | 15.1% | 17.8% | 0.8 pts worse than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.8% | 32.7% | 27.0% | 1.9 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Washita | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 75.9% | 76.3% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 54.6% | 53.4% | 57.3% | 1.2 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 66.9% | 66.9% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Washita | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 18.8% | 19.4% | 18.6% | 0.6 pts better than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 37.6% | 38.6% | 37.3% | 1.0 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Washita County nationally on high blood pressure.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Mental Health Provider Numbers in Washita County Far Behind National Medians
Health data brief for Washita County, Oklahoma.
Washita County has 47 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. The county also reports 28 primary care providers per 100,000 people, compared to the national median of 70. Life expectancy for residents is 71.5 years, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 72.7 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate for those under age 65 stands at 14.6%, slightly lower than the state average of 15.3% but higher than the national average of 10%. About 21.7% of residents describe their health as poor or fair, a higher percentage than the 17% national average. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
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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.