Appling County Health Data
Appling County, Georgia
Health Score
16/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
71.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
18.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
71.5 yr
State avg 73.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
18.7%
State avg 15.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
43
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
103
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Appling County, Georgia
Life expectancy lags national average
Appling County residents live an average of 71.5 years, about 5.5 years shorter than the U.S. average of 76.9 years. One in five residents (22.2%) report poor or fair health, compared to the national rate of 17.8%. These gaps signal ongoing health challenges that deserve attention and resources.
Below Georgia's average lifespan
At 71.5 years, Appling County's life expectancy falls nearly two years below Georgia's state average of 73.3 years. The county ranks in the lower half statewide for health outcomes, with room for improvement in chronic disease prevention and healthcare access. Closing this gap requires coordinated effort across the community.
Healthier than nearby Atkinson
Appling County's 71.5-year life expectancy outpaces neighboring Atkinson County (69.1 years) but trails Bacon County (69.5 years when adjusted). The county's 22.2% poor/fair health rate sits between Atkinson's 28.3% and Bacon's 23.9%, suggesting moderate health status in the region. Primary care access at 43 providers per 100K is solid compared to regional peers.
Insurance gaps complicate care access
Nearly one in five Appling residents (18.7%) lack health insurance, nearly 4 percentage points above Georgia's 15% average. The county has adequate primary care providers (43 per 100K) but limited mental health capacity (103 per 100K), creating barriers for residents seeking behavioral health support. This mix leaves many decisions about basic healthcare to chance and ability to pay.
Explore coverage options today
Uninsured residents in Appling County should investigate Medicaid eligibility, marketplace plans during open enrollment, and community health center sliding-scale programs. Visiting healthcare.gov or calling 1-800-318-2596 takes just minutes and can connect you to affordable coverage. Coverage transforms access—take the first step this week.
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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.