Madison County Health Data

Madison County, Alabama

Health Score

63/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.5 yr

State avg 72.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.1%

State avg 11.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

86

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

200

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Madison County, Alabama

Madison County achieves top-tier health outcomes

Madison County's 76.5-year life expectancy matches the U.S. average of 76.4 years, placing it firmly in the national mainstream. With only 17.2% reporting poor or fair health compared to 21% nationally, Madison residents enjoy notably better health status than the typical American.

Alabama's healthiest county

Madison County leads Alabama with a life expectancy of 76.5 years—4.4 years above the state average of 72.1 years. Its uninsured rate of 8.1% is the lowest in our data, meaning more residents have stable access to preventive and chronic care.

Significantly ahead of peer counties

Madison County's 76.5-year life expectancy outpaces all surveyed neighbors, including Limestone (76.1) and Lee (77.2). With 86 primary care providers and 200 mental health providers per 100,000, Madison has dense healthcare infrastructure supporting both routine and behavioral needs.

Robust provider network and high coverage

Madison County's 8.1% uninsured rate is exceptional, indicating nearly universal access to insurance through jobs or programs. The 86 primary care providers per 100,000 residents means short wait times and neighborhood-level care, plus 200 mental health providers ensure behavioral health is not a bottleneck.

Join the insured majority

Though Madison County has Alabama's lowest uninsured rate, about 2,200 residents still lack coverage and may qualify for affordable plans. Visit healthcare.gov to explore options and join the 91.9% of Madison residents with health security.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Madison County, AL?
Madison County has a health score of 63/100, rated "Average." It ranks #2 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 Madison County?
Life expectancy in Madison County is 76.5 years. The Alabama state average is 72.1 years, making Madison County above the state average.
How does Madison County health compare to the Alabama average?
Madison County's health score of 63/100 is above the Alabama average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 76.5 years vs. the state average of 72.1 years. The uninsured rate is 8.1% vs. 11.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Madison County?
Key health factors for Madison County include: life expectancy (76.5 years), uninsured rate (8.1%), and primary care physician access (86:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 200:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Madison County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 63/100 ("Average"), Madison County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Alabama. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.5 years. 8.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Madison County healthier than the Alabama average?
Madison County's health score of 63/100 exceeds the Alabama average of 28/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.