Escambia County Health Data

Escambia County, Alabama

Health Score

16/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.1 yr

State avg 72.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.4%

State avg 11.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

30

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

101

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Escambia County, Alabama

Escambia's life expectancy trails national averages

At 70.1 years, Escambia residents live 1.4 years below the U.S. average of 71.5 years. More than one in four (25.7%) report poor or fair health, indicating widespread health challenges in the county.

Among Alabama's least healthy counties

Escambia's 70.1-year life expectancy falls 2.0 years below Alabama's 72.1-year state average, placing it among the state's most challenged counties. The disparity underscores persistent health struggles residents face.

Lowest longevity in this county grouping

Escambia has the shortest life expectancy of all eight counties—4.5 years less than top-performing Elmore County and notably lower than adjacent counties like Geneva (70.6 years). The gap signals significant health disparities within the region.

Uninsured rates compound health struggles

One in eight Escambia residents (12.4%) lack health insurance, above the state average of 11.1%. With only 30 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, accessing preventive care remains difficult for many families.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Escambia County, AL?
Escambia County has a health score of 16/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #64 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 Escambia County?
Life expectancy in Escambia County is 70.1 years. The Alabama state average is 72.1 years, making Escambia County below the state average.
How does Escambia County health compare to the Alabama average?
Escambia County's health score of 16/100 is below the Alabama average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 70.1 years vs. the state average of 72.1 years. The uninsured rate is 12.4% vs. 11.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Escambia County?
Key health factors for Escambia County include: life expectancy (70.1 years), uninsured rate (12.4%), and primary care physician access (30:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 101:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Escambia County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 16/100 ("Below Average"), Escambia County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Alabama. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.1 years. 12.4% 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 Escambia County?
Escambia County's health score of 16/100 is below the Alabama average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 12.4% 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.