Crook County Health Data

Crook County, Oregon

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

Data Story

About Health in Crook County, Oregon

Crook County slightly above national average

At 78.0 years, Crook County's life expectancy marginally exceeds the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 18.0% poor or fair health rate exceeds the national average of 13.5%, reflecting underlying health disparities.

Slightly above Oregon's health baseline

Crook County's 78.0-year life expectancy exceeds Oregon's 77.0-year state average by 1.0 year, placing it in the middle tier of county performance. However, the 18.0% poor or fair health rate signals room for improvement.

Mid-range performer among central Oregon

Crook County's 78.0-year life expectancy exceeds Baker (75.2) and Columbia (77.6) but trails Benton (82.4). Its 6.2% uninsured rate is better than Clatsop and Curry, supporting baseline access.

Limited primary care, adequate mental health

Crook County has just 35 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, well below national standards, though mental health services at 531 per 100,000 are relatively robust. At 6.2% uninsured, access barriers compound provider scarcity.

Ensure coverage completes the care picture

Even with insurance, Crook County's 35 primary care providers per 100,000 residents means limited local options. Verify your coverage at healthcare.gov, then connect with regional providers for preventive and ongoing care.

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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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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.