Calhoun County Health Data

Calhoun County, Georgia

Health Score

16/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.5 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.4%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

18

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

37

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Calhoun County, Georgia

Calhoun's Life Expectancy Slight Advantage

Calhoun County residents live 73.5 years on average, exceeding both the U.S. average of 71.4 years and Georgia's state average of 73.3 years by a narrow margin. However, 30.6% of Calhoun residents report poor or fair health—the highest rate among these eight counties and well above the national average of 21%.

Longest Lifespan, Poorest Reported Health

Calhoun County's paradox shows a 73.5-year life expectancy slightly above Georgia's 73.3-year average, yet 30.6% report poor or fair health, suggesting residents struggle with chronic disease and disability despite living longer. The 15.4% uninsured rate marginally exceeds Georgia's 15.0% average, limiting health access.

High Disease Burden in Region

Calhoun County's 30.6% poor/fair health rate significantly exceeds neighboring Early County (25.2%) and Decatur County (22.8%), indicating concentrated health challenges in Calhoun. With only 18 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Calhoun has fewer doctors than nearby counties to manage this burden.

Scarce Primary Care, Limited Mental Health

Calhoun County has only 18 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—among the lowest in this group—making it harder for residents to access routine checkups and disease management. With 37 mental health providers per 100,000 and a 15.4% uninsured rate, many residents lack both primary and behavioral health support.

Insurance Opens Door to Prevention

Nearly 1 in 6 Calhoun County residents are uninsured, and with limited primary care access, many miss early detection of chronic diseases driving the county's high poor health rates. Enroll in a health plan through Healthcare.gov or call 211 Georgia to connect with affordable coverage and local providers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Calhoun County, GA?
Calhoun County has a health score of 16/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #121 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 Calhoun County?
Life expectancy in Calhoun County is 73.5 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Calhoun County above the state average.
How does Calhoun County health compare to the Georgia average?
Calhoun County's health score of 16/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 73.5 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 15.4% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Calhoun County?
Key health factors for Calhoun County include: life expectancy (73.5 years), uninsured rate (15.4%), and primary care physician access (18:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 37:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Calhoun County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 16/100 ("Below Average"), Calhoun County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.5 years. 15.4% 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 Calhoun County?
Calhoun County's health score of 16/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 15.4% 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.