Cotton county, OK

Cotton County, Oklahoma

Cotton County is a county located in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. As of the 2010 census, the population was 6,193. Its county seat is Walters. The county was created in 1912 and named for Robert L. Cotton, a state senator.

Geography

Cotton County is located in the southwestern part of Oklahoma. The county's total area is 641 square miles, of which 633 square miles is land and 7.9 square miles is water. The county is primarily rural, with agriculture being the main industry.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 6,193 people, 2,485 households, and 1,763 families residing in the county. The population density was 9.8 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 86.2% White, 2.1% Black or African American, 6.0% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 3.6% from two or more races. 4.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Healthcare in Cotton County, Oklahoma

Healthcare in Cotton County is primarily provided by two main facilities: the Cotton County Community Hospital and the Southwestern Medical Center.

Cotton County Community Hospital

Cotton County Community Hospital is a general medical and surgical facility located in Walters, Oklahoma. It is a critical access hospital with 25 beds. The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, general surgery, and diagnostic imaging.

Southwestern Medical Center

Southwestern Medical Center is a regional medical center located in Lawton, Oklahoma, approximately 20 miles north of Cotton County. The medical center offers a comprehensive range of services including cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, and oncology. It is also a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine.

Health Statistics

According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Cotton County ranks 64th out of 77 counties in Oklahoma for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher than average rate of smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity. The county also has a higher than average rate of uninsured individuals.

Conclusion

While Cotton County is a small, rural county in Oklahoma, it has access to quality healthcare through the Cotton County Community Hospital and the Southwestern Medical Center. However, the county faces health challenges common to rural areas, including higher rates of unhealthy behaviors and uninsured individuals.

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