Wilcox County Health Data
Wilcox County, Alabama
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
12/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
68.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
12.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
68.7 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
10
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
30
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
33.9%
State avg 23.9%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
9.7
per 100K residentsCDC: 9.6 per 100K
Dentists
9.7
per 100K residents
Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.
Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health
These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Wilcox County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Wilcox | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 51.9% | 41.9% | 37.6% | 10.0 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 19.1% | 13.9% | 11.2% | 5.2 pts worse than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 50.4% | 41.7% | 33.5% | 8.7 pts worse than state |
| Depression | 22.7% | 24.7% | 24.1% | 2.0 pts better than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Wilcox | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 22.8% | 18.0% | 16.3% | 4.8 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 11.5% | 14.8% | 17.8% | 3.3 pts better than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.1% | 30.8% | 27.0% | 8.3 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Wilcox | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 81.1% | 78.7% | 74.9% | 2.4 pts better than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 39.7% | 52.5% | 57.3% | 12.8 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 73.3% | 75.2% | 73.3% | 1.9 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Wilcox | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 21.4% | 19.4% | 18.6% | 2.0 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 47.4% | 41.8% | 37.3% | 5.6 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Wilcox County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
One Third of Wilcox County Residents Report Poor Health Status
Health data brief for Wilcox County, Alabama.
In Wilcox County, 33.9% of residents report their health as poor or fair, a rate that is nearly double the national average of 17%. The county's life expectancy is 68.7 years, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 72.1 years and significantly lower than the national average of 77 years. Clinical access data shows 10 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 30 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, both of which are lower than the national medians of 70 and 250, respectively. The uninsured rate stands at 12.1%, which is higher than the state average of 11.1% and the national average of 10%. These metrics highlight the regional variation in health outcomes and provider availability compared to state and federal data. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Wilcox County, Alabama
Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.
Hospitals near you
Compare all on Medicare.gov →J Paul Jones Hospital
EReHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Wilcox County residents.
Compare Plans →HealthMarkets
Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in Alabama.
Get a Quote →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Wilcox County, AL?
What is the life expectancy in Wilcox County?
How does Wilcox County health compare to the Alabama average?
What health factors affect Wilcox County?
Is Wilcox County a healthy place to live?
What are the biggest health challenges in Wilcox County?
Counties with Similar Health Profile
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.