Geneva County Health Data

Geneva County, Alabama

Health Score

22/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.6 yr

State avg 72.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.1%

State avg 11.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

30

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

37

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Geneva County, Alabama

Geneva's life expectancy trails national benchmark

At 70.6 years, Geneva residents live 0.9 years below the U.S. average of 71.5 years. Just over one in five (22.6%) report poor or fair health—a significant share managing chronic conditions.

Below state average with modest insurance gap

Geneva's 70.6-year life expectancy falls 1.5 years below Alabama's 72.1-year state average. At 12.1% uninsured, the county slightly exceeds the state average of 11.1%, meaning about one in eight residents lack coverage.

Mid-range outcomes in the eight-county comparison

Geneva's 70.6-year life expectancy ties with Greene County and places it above Escambia and Etowah but well below Elmore County's 74.6 years. The county's health profile is typical of rural northern Alabama.

Limited primary care and specialist access

Geneva has 12.1% uninsured residents and only 30 primary care providers per 100,000—among the lowest in this set. Mental health support is similarly constrained at 37 providers per 100,000, limiting care options for those with behavioral health needs.

Insurance opens doors to care

With 12.1% uninsured and limited providers, Geneva residents should prioritize finding coverage. Visit healthcare.gov or contact your county health office to explore affordable plans that match your family's needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Geneva County, AL?
Geneva County has a health score of 22/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #45 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 Geneva County?
Life expectancy in Geneva County is 70.6 years. The Alabama state average is 72.1 years, making Geneva County below the state average.
How does Geneva County health compare to the Alabama average?
Geneva County's health score of 22/100 is below the Alabama average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 70.6 years vs. the state average of 72.1 years. The uninsured rate is 12.1% vs. 11.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Geneva County?
Key health factors for Geneva County include: life expectancy (70.6 years), uninsured rate (12.1%), and primary care physician access (30:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 37:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Geneva County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 22/100 ("Below Average"), Geneva County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Alabama. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.6 years. 12.1% 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 Geneva County?
Geneva County's health score of 22/100 is below the Alabama average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 12.1% 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.