Bibb County Health Data

Bibb County, Georgia

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

Data Story

About Health in Bibb County, Georgia

Bibb's life expectancy falls short nationally

At 70.6 years, Bibb County residents live 3.9 years less than the U.S. average of 74.5 years. The 23.2% poor or fair health rate ranks among Georgia's most challenging, reflecting concentrated chronic disease and health barriers in this urban-rural county.

Georgia's largest rural health ecosystem

Bibb's 70.6-year life expectancy trails Georgia's 73.3-year state average by 2.7 years, but the county compensates with exceptional provider density: 140 primary care providers and 224 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. Despite superior access, the 23.2% poor health rate signals that availability alone doesn't eliminate underlying disparities.

Provider-rich but health-challenged hub

Bibb (70.6 years) ranks slightly better than Ben Hill (69.7 years) and Berrien (71.2 years) on life expectancy, yet its 23.2% poor health rate exceeds most regional peers. The county's 140 primary care providers per 100,000 far exceed Brantley's 17 and Brooks's 18, yet health outcomes remain constrained by socioeconomic factors.

Abundant providers, persistent coverage gaps

Bibb County boasts Georgia's highest concentration of both primary care and mental health providers, making clinical access less of a barrier than in rural neighbors. However, the 16.0% uninsured rate exceeds Georgia's state average, and financial hardship limits care-seeking even when providers are abundant.

Coverage protects your family's health

One in six Bibb County residents remains uninsured despite robust provider availability. Secure affordable coverage through healthcare.gov or Georgia's marketplace—especially vital given the county's elevated health risk profile.

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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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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.