Tallapoosa County Health Data

Tallapoosa County, Alabama

Health Score

27/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.8 yr

State avg 72.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.3%

State avg 11.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

39

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Tallapoosa County, Alabama

Tallapoosa County trails U.S. health benchmarks

At 72.8 years, Tallapoosa County's life expectancy falls 4.4 years below the U.S. average of 77.2 years, indicating elevated mortality from chronic disease. The 22.8% poor/fair health rate exceeds national norms, reflecting a population managing multiple preventable health conditions.

Slightly above state average in longevity

Tallapoosa County's 72.8-year life expectancy edges 0.7 years above Alabama's 72.1-year state average, though the 22.8% poor/fair health rate suggests ongoing health challenges. The county ranks in Alabama's middle tier for health outcomes.

Tallapoosa offers solid primary care but high uninsured

Tallapoosa's 46 primary care providers per 100K exceed Russell and St. Clair counties but lag Shelby and Tuscaloosa, while 39 mental health providers offer modest support. The 12.3% uninsured rate—the highest among these eight counties—undermines the benefit of provider availability for uninsured residents.

High uninsured rate strains healthcare access

At 12.3% uninsured, Tallapoosa County exceeds Alabama's 11.1% state average, meaning 1 in 8 residents lack continuous health coverage. This gap is especially problematic in managing chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension, which contribute to the county's elevated poor/fair health rate.

Don't go uninsured—check eligibility today

Tallapoosa County's 12.3% uninsured rate is among the highest in the region; visit healthcare.gov or Alabama Medicaid to explore coverage options for your household. Community health centers throughout the county offer primary care and chronic disease management on sliding-fee scales.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Tallapoosa County, AL?
Tallapoosa County has a health score of 27/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #30 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 Tallapoosa County?
Life expectancy in Tallapoosa County is 72.8 years. The Alabama state average is 72.1 years, making Tallapoosa County above the state average.
How does Tallapoosa County health compare to the Alabama average?
Tallapoosa County's health score of 27/100 is below the Alabama average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 72.8 years vs. the state average of 72.1 years. The uninsured rate is 12.3% vs. 11.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Tallapoosa County?
Key health factors for Tallapoosa County include: life expectancy (72.8 years), uninsured rate (12.3%), and primary care physician access (46:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 39:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Tallapoosa County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 27/100 ("Below Average"), Tallapoosa County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Alabama. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.8 years. 12.3% 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 Tallapoosa County?
Tallapoosa County's health score of 27/100 is below the Alabama average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 12.3% 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.