Clayton County Health Data

Clayton County, Georgia

Health Score

21/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.5%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

25

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

82

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Clayton County, Georgia

Clayton's health outcome lags national trends

At 73.8 years, Clayton County's life expectancy falls about 2.3 years below the U.S. average of 76.1 years. The county's 25.1% poor/fair health rate—among the highest in the data set—signals substantial health burden.

Slightly above Georgia average, high burden

Clayton's 73.8-year life expectancy barely edges above Georgia's 73.3-year state average, while its 25.1% poor/fair health rate ranks among the state's worst. The county faces significant health disparities despite meeting the state baseline.

Health challenges in metro Atlanta's shadow

Clayton's 73.8 years trails healthier Atlanta-area neighbors like Clarke (77.3 years) and Cherokee (79.4 years) but surpasses rural Chattooga (70.6 years). With just 25 primary care providers per 100K, Clayton has thin provider capacity relative to its health needs.

High uninsured rate, thin provider network

Clayton County's 15.5% uninsured rate sits above Georgia's 15.0% state average, leaving more than 1 in 15 residents without coverage. At 25 primary care providers per 100K and 82 mental health providers per 100K, access remains below what the county's health burden demands.

Coverage is critical in Clayton

With 15.5% uninsured and high health burden, Clayton residents need insurance now more than ever. Visit healthcare.gov to explore plans; many Clayton residents qualify for reduced premiums and cost-sharing based on income.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Clayton County, GA?
Clayton County has a health score of 21/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #94 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 Clayton County?
Life expectancy in Clayton County is 73.8 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Clayton County above the state average.
How does Clayton County health compare to the Georgia average?
Clayton County's health score of 21/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 73.8 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 15.5% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Clayton County?
Key health factors for Clayton County include: life expectancy (73.8 years), uninsured rate (15.5%), and primary care physician access (25:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 82:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Clayton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 21/100 ("Below Average"), Clayton County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.8 years. 15.5% 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 Clayton County?
Clayton County's health score of 21/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 15.5% 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.