Hale County Health Data

Hale County, Alabama

Health Score

17/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.0 yr

State avg 72.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.4%

State avg 11.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

20

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

47

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hale County, Alabama

Hale County's health lags behind the nation

Hale County residents have a life expectancy of 70.0 years, nearly 6 years below the U.S. average of 76.1 years. One in four residents report poor or fair health, a rate that reflects significant health challenges in the community.

Among Alabama's lowest life expectancy counties

At 70.0 years, Hale County's life expectancy trails Alabama's state average of 72.1 years. The county ranks near the bottom statewide for overall health outcomes, signaling urgent health disparities.

Fewer doctors than surrounding areas

Hale County has just 20 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—roughly a quarter of Houston County's 82 per 100K. With 47 mental health providers per 100K, the county also lags neighboring Henry County's 73 per 100K.

Healthcare access remains a daily struggle

About 11.4% of Hale County residents lack health insurance, just slightly above the state average of 11.1%. Sparse provider availability means many residents travel significant distances for primary care and mental health services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hale County, AL?
Hale County has a health score of 17/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #59 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 Hale County?
Life expectancy in Hale County is 70.0 years. The Alabama state average is 72.1 years, making Hale County below the state average.
How does Hale County health compare to the Alabama average?
Hale County's health score of 17/100 is below the Alabama average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 70.0 years vs. the state average of 72.1 years. The uninsured rate is 11.4% vs. 11.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Hale County?
Key health factors for Hale County include: life expectancy (70.0 years), uninsured rate (11.4%), and primary care physician access (20:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 47:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hale County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 17/100 ("Below Average"), Hale County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Alabama. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.0 years. 11.4% 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 Hale County?
Hale County's health score of 17/100 is below the Alabama average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 11.4% 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.