Klamath County Health Data
Klamath County, Oregon
Health Score
41/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
73.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.3 yr
State avg 77.0 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
104
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
581
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Klamath County, Oregon
Oregon's shortest life expectancy
Klamath County residents live to just 73.3 years, nearly 6 years shorter than the U.S. average of 79.3 years and among Oregon's worst. Over 1 in 5 residents (20.2%) report poor or fair health, compared to 21% nationally. The county faces significant health challenges that demand urgent attention and resources.
Lowest life expectancy in state
Klamath County's 73.3-year life expectancy ranks last among Oregon counties, 3.7 years below the state average of 77.0 years. Its 20.2% poor/fair health rate slightly exceeds Oregon's average, indicating persistent chronic disease and preventable health problems. These trends place Klamath County in a health crisis relative to its state peers.
Struggles despite good primary care
Klamath County's 73.3-year life expectancy falls well below Josephine County (74.6 years), Lake County (75.7 years), and Lane County (77.1 years). The county has strong primary care infrastructure at 104 providers per 100,000—above most Oregon peers—but only 581 mental health providers per 100,000. High uninsured rates (8.9%) may undermine residents' ability to use available care.
Uninsured rate is state's highest
Klamath County's 8.9% uninsured rate exceeds Oregon's 8.1% average, meaning nearly 1 in 11 residents lack coverage. Despite 104 primary care providers per 100,000—among Oregon's best—patients may struggle to afford or access appointments. The gap between supply and actual utilization suggests affordability, not availability, is the main barrier.
Get insured, get healthier
Klamath County's high uninsured rate and shortest life expectancy are interconnected—coverage unlocks preventive care that saves lives. Visit healthcare.gov or Oregon's marketplace immediately to explore plans, subsidies, and Medicaid eligibility. Even one year of continuous coverage can establish relationships with providers that improve long-term outcomes.
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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.