Baker County Health Data
Baker County, Georgia
Health Score
25/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
71.8 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
71.8 yr
State avg 73.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.1%
State avg 15.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
37
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Baker County, Georgia
Slightly below U.S. life expectancy
Baker County residents live an average of 71.8 years, roughly 5.1 years shorter than the U.S. average of 76.9 years. One in four (23.7%) report poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17.8%. While the county shows relative strength on the uninsured metric, health outcomes remain below national norms.
Near Georgia's state average
At 71.8 years, Baker County's life expectancy is nearly half a year below Georgia's 73.3-year average, placing it near the middle of the state's health rankings. The 23.7% poor/fair health rate exceeds the state baseline, suggesting room for improvement in chronic disease prevention. The county performs better on insurance coverage, with an 11.1% uninsured rate—well below the state's 15%.
Better coverage, mixed health profile
Baker's 71.8-year life expectancy falls between Bacon (69.5) and Appling (71.5) among neighbors. Its 11.1% uninsured rate is the lowest in this eight-county group and significantly better than the state average, suggesting residents have better access to insurance pathways. However, the 23.7% poor/fair health rate indicates existing insurance alone doesn't guarantee good health outcomes.
Insurance strength offset by provider limits
Baker stands out with an 11.1% uninsured rate—the best in this comparison and notably below Georgia's 15% average. Mental health provider availability (37 per 100K) is modest but present; primary care provider data is unavailable. Good insurance coverage without complete information on in-county provider capacity suggests residents may need to travel for specialized care.
Maintain coverage and explore options
Baker residents with insurance should confirm annual renewal to avoid coverage gaps; uninsured residents should explore healthcare.gov, Medicaid, or employer plans. The county's strong insurance rates suggest community awareness—build on that momentum by ensuring every resident has active coverage. Annual check-ins on coverage keep care accessible year-round.
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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.