Chambers County Health Data

Chambers County, Alabama

Health Score

18/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.9 yr

State avg 72.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.7%

State avg 11.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

15

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Chambers County, Alabama

Life expectancy lags behind nation

Chambers County residents live to an average of 71.9 years—about 5.5 years shorter than the U.S. average of 77.4 years. With 26.7% of adults reporting poor or fair health, the county faces significant health challenges that mirror struggles in rural Southeast communities nationwide.

Trailing Alabama's already-low average

Chambers County's 71.9-year life expectancy falls slightly below Alabama's 72.1-year state average, placing it in the lower half of the state's 67 counties. The county ranks among Alabama's counties with the highest rates of poor or fair health at 26.7%.

Healthier than some neighbors

Chambers outperforms Clarke County (70.0 years) and Clay County (71.8 years) on life expectancy, but lags behind Cherokee County (72.4 years). Its uninsured rate of 12.7% exceeds the state average and neighbors like Choctaw (11.2%) and Cleburne (12.4%).

Primary care challenge in daily life

Chambers has 41 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—below the national average of 59—meaning residents often travel farther for routine checkups. With 12.7% uninsured, roughly 1 in 8 residents lack regular access to preventive care.

Check coverage options this year

If you're among the 12.7% of uninsured Chambers County residents, visit healthcare.gov or Alabama's state marketplace to explore plans. Open enrollment offers a chance to lock in affordable coverage—many qualify for subsidies that lower monthly premiums significantly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Chambers County, AL?
Chambers County has a health score of 18/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #58 out of 67 counties in Alabama (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 Chambers County?
Life expectancy in Chambers County is 71.9 years. The Alabama state average is 72.1 years, making Chambers County below the state average.
How does Chambers County health compare to the Alabama average?
Chambers County's health score of 18/100 is below the Alabama average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 71.9 years vs. the state average of 72.1 years. The uninsured rate is 12.7% vs. 11.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Chambers County?
Key health factors for Chambers County include: life expectancy (71.9 years), uninsured rate (12.7%), and primary care physician access (41:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 15:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Chambers County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 18/100 ("Below Average"), Chambers County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Alabama. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.9 years. 12.7% 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 Chambers County?
Chambers County's health score of 18/100 is below the Alabama average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 12.7% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.