Woods County Health Data
Woods County, Oklahoma
Health Score
46/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
76.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
12.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.0 yr
State avg 72.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
12.6%
State avg 15.3%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
58
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
420
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Woods County, Oklahoma
Woods County leads Oklahoma health outcomes
Woods County's life expectancy of 76.0 years exceeds the national average of 74.5 years by 1.5 years, with just 18.8% reporting poor or fair health versus 19% nationally. These figures reflect strong preventive care practices and chronic disease management across the county.
Woods ranks among Oklahoma's healthiest
At 76.0 years, Woods County residents live 3.3 years longer than Oklahoma's state average of 72.7 years, placing it among the state's health leaders. The low poor/fair health rate of 18.8% demonstrates effective disease prevention and health promotion.
Woods offers exceptional provider access
Woods County leads all peer counties with 58 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and an impressive 420 mental health providers per 100,000—the highest in the region. This robust healthcare infrastructure enables residents to access care locally without long travels.
Low uninsured rate supports health equity
Just 12.6% of Woods County residents lack health insurance, just slightly above Oklahoma's 15.3% average and well-managed through the county's strong provider network. High insurance penetration combined with abundant providers means most residents can get timely, preventive care.
Keep that advantage—maintain your coverage
While Woods County has one of Oklahoma's lowest uninsured rates, 12.6% of residents still go without coverage. If you're among them, visit HealthCare.gov to secure insurance and keep Woods County's health advantage strong.
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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.