Coos County Health Data

Coos County, Oregon

Health Score

59/100

Average

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

83

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

558

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Coos County, Oregon

Coos County significantly below national norms

At 74.8 years, Coos County residents live more than 4 years less than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 17.5% poor or fair health rate substantially exceeds the national average of 13.5%.

Among Oregon's worst health outcomes

Coos County's 74.8-year life expectancy ranks in the lowest fifth of Oregon counties, trailing the state average of 77.0 years by 2.2 years. This coastal region faces persistent, complex health challenges.

Struggling more than southern coastal peers

Coos County's life expectancy of 74.8 years is lower than Curry (73.9—the state's lowest), and significantly trails Columbia (77.6). Its 7.5% uninsured rate is moderate but compounds limited provider access.

Moderate access despite low life expectancy

Coos County has 83 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, near national standards, but 558 mental health providers per 100,000 suggests unmet behavioral health demand. At 7.5% uninsured, one in 13 residents lack coverage.

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With life expectancy among Oregon's lowest and 7.5% uninsured, Coos County residents urgently need preventive care. Enroll in coverage at healthcare.gov or through OHP, then schedule routine checkups to improve long-term health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Coos County, OR?
Coos County has a health score of 59/100, rated "Average." It ranks #19 out of 36 counties in Oregon (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 Coos County?
Life expectancy in Coos County is 74.8 years. The Oregon state average is 77.0 years, making Coos County below the state average.
How does Coos County health compare to the Oregon average?
Coos County's health score of 59/100 is below the Oregon average of 61/100. Life expectancy is 74.8 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 7.5% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Coos County?
Key health factors for Coos County include: life expectancy (74.8 years), uninsured rate (7.5%), and primary care physician access (83:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 558:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Coos County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 59/100 ("Average"), Coos County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Oregon. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.8 years. 7.5% 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 Coos County?
Coos County's health score of 59/100 is below the Oregon average of 61/100. 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.