Crook County Health Data

Crook County, Oregon

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

73/100

Average

Life Expectancy

78.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.0 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

35

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

531

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.0%

State avg 18.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

19.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 35.0 per 100K

Dentists

27.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

15.6

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 Crook County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCrookState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity36.0%35.5%37.6%near state average
Diabetes9.2%10.1%11.2%0.9 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure29.9%30.2%33.5%near state average
Depression28.6%27.9%24.1%0.7 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCrookState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.4%14.0%16.3%0.6 pts better than state
Binge Drinking18.9%17.4%17.8%1.5 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity19.4%21.1%27.0%1.7 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCrookState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup70.0%70.1%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)63.2%61.7%57.3%1.5 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)76.8%75.1%73.3%1.7 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureCrookState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.4%19.4%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration32.4%32.8%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Crook County nationally on physical inactivity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Crook County mental health provider density doubles national median

Health data brief for Crook County, Oregon.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Crook County has 531 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, more than twice the national median of 250 per 100,000. Conversely, the primary care provider ratio is 35 per 100,000, which is half the national median of 70 per 100,000. The life expectancy for residents is 78.0 years, one year longer than the Oregon state average of 77.0 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 6.2%, which is lower than the state average of 8.1% and the 10% national average. Additionally, 18.0% of adults in the county report poor or fair health, compared to the 17% national average. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Crook County, Oregon

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

St Charles Medical Center Prineville

ER
3/5
(541) 447-6254
384 Se Combs Flat Road, Prineville, OR 97754
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Crook County, OR?
Crook County has a health score of 73/100, rated "Average." It ranks #5 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 Crook County?
Life expectancy in Crook County is 78.0 years. The Oregon state average is 77.0 years, making Crook County above the state average.
How does Crook County health compare to the Oregon average?
Crook County's health score of 73/100 is above the Oregon average of 61/100. Life expectancy is 78.0 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 6.2% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Crook County?
Key health factors for Crook County include: life expectancy (78.0 years), uninsured rate (6.2%), and primary care physician access (35:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 531:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Crook County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 73/100 ("Average"), Crook County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Oregon. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.0 years. 6.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Crook County healthier than the Oregon average?
Crook County's health score of 73/100 exceeds the Oregon average of 61/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Crook County has better primary care access (35:1 ratio) than the state average (78:1).

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.