Bibb County Health Data

Bibb County, Georgia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

15/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.6 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.0%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

140

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

224

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

23.2%

State avg 21.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

33.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 139.7 per 100K

Dentists

1.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

8.3

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 Bibb County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureBibbState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity45.0%38.6%37.6%6.4 pts worse than state
Diabetes15.2%13.3%11.2%1.9 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure42.0%37.7%33.5%4.3 pts worse than state
Depression19.9%21.1%24.1%1.2 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureBibbState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.3%17.4%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking13.4%15.3%17.8%1.9 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity31.5%30.1%27.0%1.4 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureBibbState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup79.8%76.8%74.9%3.0 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)52.9%53.8%57.3%0.9 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.4%73.6%73.3%1.2 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureBibbState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.9%19.4%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration43.4%39.7%37.3%3.7 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Bibb County nationally on obesity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Bibb County Primary Care Access Exceeds National Median

Health data brief for Bibb County, Georgia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Bibb County has 140 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is double the national median of 70 per 100,000. Mental health services are provided at a rate of 224 providers per 100,000 people, which is closer to the national median of 250 per 100,000. Despite these provider ratios, the county life expectancy is 70.6 years, trailing the Georgia average of 73.3 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 16.0%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 15.0% and the national average of 10%. Approximately 23.2% of residents report poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Bibb County, Georgia

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.

Piedmont Macon North Hospital

ER
4/5
(478) 757-5990
400 Charter Boulevard, Macon, GA 31210
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

Coliseum Medical Centers, Llc, Dba

ER
3/5
(478) 765-7000
350 Hospital Drive, Macon, GA 31217
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Atrium Health Navicent the Medical Center

ER
2/5
(478) 633-1000
777 Hemlock Street, Macon, GA 31201
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Bibb County, GA?
Bibb County has a health score of 15/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #128 out of 159 counties in Georgia (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 Bibb County?
Life expectancy in Bibb County is 70.6 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Bibb County below the state average.
How does Bibb County health compare to the Georgia average?
Bibb County's health score of 15/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 70.6 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 16.0% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Bibb County?
Key health factors for Bibb County include: life expectancy (70.6 years), uninsured rate (16.0%), and primary care physician access (140:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 224:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Bibb County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 15/100 ("Below Average"), Bibb County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.6 years. 16.0% 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 Bibb County?
Bibb County's health score of 15/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 16.0% 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.