Curry County Health Data

Curry County, Oregon

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

45/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.9 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.1%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

68

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

588

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

20.4%

State avg 18.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

29.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 67.6 per 100K

Dentists

17.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

12.8

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 Curry County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCurryState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.6%35.5%37.6%3.1 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.9%10.1%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure30.4%30.2%33.5%near state average
Depression28.8%27.9%24.1%0.9 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCurryState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.4%14.0%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking18.0%17.4%17.8%0.6 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity20.4%21.1%27.0%0.7 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCurryState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup68.9%70.1%74.9%1.2 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)59.3%61.7%57.3%2.4 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)76.0%75.1%73.3%0.9 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureCurryState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.3%19.4%18.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration32.6%32.8%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Curry County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Curry County adult poor health reports exceed national average

Health data brief for Curry County, Oregon.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Curry County, 20.4% of adults report being in poor or fair health, a rate higher than the 17% national average. This indicator is recorded alongside a life expectancy of 73.9 years, which is shorter than the Oregon state average of 77.0 years and the 77-year national average. The uninsured rate in the county matches the state average of 8.1%, remaining lower than the national average of 10%. There are 68 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, slightly lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000, while the mental health provider ratio of 588 per 100,000 is more than double the national median of 250 per 100,000. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Curry 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.

Curry General Hospital

ER
2/5
(541) 247-3000
94220 Fourth Street, Gold Beach, OR 97444
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

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 Curry County, OR?
Curry County has a health score of 45/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #32 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 Curry County?
Life expectancy in Curry County is 73.9 years. The Oregon state average is 77.0 years, making Curry County below the state average.
How does Curry County health compare to the Oregon average?
Curry County's health score of 45/100 is below the Oregon average of 61/100. Life expectancy is 73.9 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 8.1% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Curry County?
Key health factors for Curry County include: life expectancy (73.9 years), uninsured rate (8.1%), and primary care physician access (68:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 588:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Curry County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 45/100 ("Below Average"), Curry County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Oregon. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.9 years. 8.1% 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 Curry County?
Curry County's health score of 45/100 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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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.