Lawrence County Health Data

Lawrence County, Alabama

Health Score

21/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.1 yr

State avg 72.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.2%

State avg 11.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

18

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

122

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Lawrence County, Alabama

Lawrence County trails national life expectancy

Lawrence County residents have a life expectancy of 71.1 years, about 5 years below the U.S. average of 76.1 years. One in four residents report poor or fair health, signaling persistent health challenges.

Below Alabama's health average

At 71.1 years, Lawrence County's life expectancy falls short of Alabama's state average of 72.1 years by 1.0 year. The county ranks in the lower half of Alabama counties for overall health outcomes.

Sparse primary care, stronger mental health resources

Lawrence County has just 18 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the lowest in this group, including Hale County's 20. The county does have 122 mental health providers per 100K, better than Hale's 47 but below Houston's 192.

Uninsured rate above state average

About 12.2% of Lawrence County residents lack health insurance, 1.1 percentage points above the state average of 11.1%. Limited primary care access combined with higher uninsurance creates barriers to preventive care.

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Lawrence County's health outcomes depend on expanding insurance access. Visit healthcare.gov today or contact Alabama's Medicaid program to explore options that fit your budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Lawrence County, AL?
Lawrence County has a health score of 21/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #47 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 Lawrence County?
Life expectancy in Lawrence County is 71.1 years. The Alabama state average is 72.1 years, making Lawrence County below the state average.
How does Lawrence County health compare to the Alabama average?
Lawrence County's health score of 21/100 is below the Alabama average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 71.1 years vs. the state average of 72.1 years. The uninsured rate is 12.2% vs. 11.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Lawrence County?
Key health factors for Lawrence County include: life expectancy (71.1 years), uninsured rate (12.2%), and primary care physician access (18:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 122:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Lawrence County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 21/100 ("Below Average"), Lawrence County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Alabama. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.1 years. 12.2% 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 Lawrence County?
Lawrence County's health score of 21/100 is below the Alabama average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 12.2% 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.