Washita County Health Data

Washita County, Oklahoma

Health 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

Data Story

About Health in Washita County, Oklahoma

Washita faces significant health challenges

Washita County's life expectancy of 71.5 years falls 3 years below the national average of 74.5 years, and 21.7% of residents report poor or fair health compared to 19% nationally. These gaps point to preventable chronic diseases and limited access to quality care.

Washita's health lags well behind state average

At 71.5 years, Washita County residents live 1.2 years shorter than Oklahoma's state average of 72.7 years—making it one of the state's health challenges. The 21.7% poor or fair health rate reflects a community burdened by obesity, diabetes, and other chronic conditions.

Washita County faces steepest health odds

Washita has the lowest life expectancy (71.5 years) and highest poor/fair health rate (21.7%) among its peer counties, with 4.9 fewer years of life than Wagoner County. The county's 14.6% uninsured rate also edges higher than Wagoner and Washington counties.

Provider shortages limit treatment options

Washita County has just 28 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and only 47 mental health providers per 100,000—the lowest mental health capacity in its peer group. Residents often travel significant distances for specialists and behavioral health support.

Insurance is critical in Washita County

With 14.6% of residents uninsured and limited local providers, coverage becomes even more essential for accessing care. Reach out to HealthCare.gov or a local community health center to get insured and connected to available services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Washita County, OK?
Washita County has a health score of 21/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #41 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 Washita County?
Life expectancy in Washita County is 71.5 years. The Oklahoma state average is 72.7 years, making Washita County below the state average.
How does Washita County health compare to the Oklahoma average?
Washita County's health score of 21/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. Life expectancy is 71.5 years vs. the state average of 72.7 years. The uninsured rate is 14.6% vs. 15.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Washita County?
Key health factors for Washita County include: life expectancy (71.5 years), uninsured rate (14.6%), and primary care physician access (28:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 47:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Washita County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 21/100 ("Below Average"), Washita County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oklahoma. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.5 years. 14.6% 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 Washita County?
Washita County's health score of 21/100 is below the Oklahoma average of 24/100. The uninsured rate of 14.6% 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.