Charlton County Health Data

Charlton County, Georgia

Health Score

19/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.5 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.3%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

24

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

23

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Charlton County, Georgia

Charlton Slightly Above National Average

Charlton County residents live 73.5 years on average, exceeding the U.S. average of 71.4 years but matching Georgia's state average of 73.3 years exactly. However, 24.6% report poor or fair health, notably above the national average of 21%, indicating underlying chronic disease burden despite adequate life expectancy.

Matched to State Average, Higher Disease

At 73.5 years, Charlton County's life expectancy matches Georgia's 73.3-year state average, but 24.6% of residents report poor/fair health, exceeding typical state burden. The 16.3% uninsured rate surpasses Georgia's 15.0% average, leaving 1 in 6 residents without coverage to manage their chronic conditions.

Struggling With Limited Provider Access

Charlton County's 73.5-year life expectancy and 24.6% poor/fair health rate fall behind neighboring Camden County (76.5 years, 20.1%) and match Glynn County, reflecting resource constraints. With only 24 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Charlton residents face barriers to managing chronic disease compared to neighbors.

Minimal Mental Health, Limited Primary Care

Charlton County has only 24 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and just 23 mental health providers per 100,000—the lowest mental health capacity in this group—creating significant care gaps. The 16.3% uninsured rate compounds these access problems, leaving many residents unable to afford the limited care available.

Coverage Is Your First Step

Charlton County's high disease rates and limited provider access mean uninsured residents face double barriers to care; nearly 1 in 6 lack coverage. Enroll today at Healthcare.gov or call 211 Georgia to find affordable health insurance and connect with available local providers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Charlton County, GA?
Charlton County has a health score of 19/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #99 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 Charlton County?
Life expectancy in Charlton County is 73.5 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Charlton County above the state average.
How does Charlton County health compare to the Georgia average?
Charlton County's health score of 19/100 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 16.3% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Charlton County?
Key health factors for Charlton County include: life expectancy (73.5 years), uninsured rate (16.3%), and primary care physician access (24:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 23:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Charlton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 19/100 ("Below Average"), Charlton County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.5 years. 16.3% 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 Charlton County?
Charlton County's health score of 19/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 16.3% 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.