Colquitt County Health Data

Colquitt County, Georgia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

10/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

19.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.6 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

19.8%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

37

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

91

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

26.5%

State avg 21.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

6.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 37.1 per 100K

Dentists

2.2

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

4.4

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 Colquitt County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureColquittState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity35.8%38.6%37.6%2.8 pts better than state
Diabetes14.8%13.3%11.2%1.5 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure39.8%37.7%33.5%2.1 pts worse than state
Depression22.1%21.1%24.1%1.0 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureColquittState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.4%17.4%16.3%2.0 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking14.5%15.3%17.8%0.8 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity34.2%30.1%27.0%4.1 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureColquittState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.2%76.8%74.9%0.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)47.0%53.8%57.3%6.8 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.8%73.6%73.3%0.8 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureColquittState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.4%19.4%18.6%1.0 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration39.6%39.7%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Colquitt County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Colquitt County Residents Report Higher Rates of Poor or Fair Health

Health data brief for Colquitt County, Georgia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Colquitt County, 26.5% of residents report being in poor or fair health, a rate that is substantially higher than the national average of 17%. This health self-assessment occurs alongside a 19.8% uninsured rate, which exceeds the Georgia state average of 15.0% and is nearly double the national average of 10%. Provider ratios in the county include 37 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, falling below the national median of 70, and 91 mental health providers per 100,000, which is lower than the national median of 250. Life expectancy for residents averages 71.6 years, compared to the state average of 73.3 years and the national average of 77 years. These statistics are compiled from the CDC County Health Rankings and federal provider registries to provide a snapshot of local health status. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology for data details.

Get Care in Colquitt 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.

Colquitt Regional Medical Center

4/5
(229) 985-3420
3131 South Main Street, Moultrie, GA 31768
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Turning Point Hospital

Not rated by CMS
(229) 985-4815
3015 Veterans Parkway, Moultrie, GA 31788
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

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 Colquitt County, GA?
Colquitt County has a health score of 10/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #146 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 Colquitt County?
Life expectancy in Colquitt County is 71.6 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Colquitt County below the state average.
How does Colquitt County health compare to the Georgia average?
Colquitt County's health score of 10/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 71.6 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 19.8% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Colquitt County?
Key health factors for Colquitt County include: life expectancy (71.6 years), uninsured rate (19.8%), and primary care physician access (37:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 91:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Colquitt County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 10/100 ("Below Average"), Colquitt County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.6 years. 19.8% 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 Colquitt County?
Colquitt County's health score of 10/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 19.8% 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.