Colquitt County Health Data

Colquitt County, Georgia

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

Data Story

About Health in Colquitt County, Georgia

Colquitt County's Health Crisis Demands Action

Life expectancy in Colquitt stands at just 71.6 years, nearly five years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. More than one in four residents (26.5%) report poor or fair health—the highest rate in this data set—far exceeding the national average of 18%.

Georgia's Lowest Health Rankings

Colquitt's 71.6-year life expectancy is 1.7 years below Georgia's average, while its 26.5% poor/fair health rate is among the state's worst. The county faces entrenched health inequities that require coordinated investment in prevention, access, and provider recruitment.

Hardest-Hit County in Southwest Georgia

Colquitt's 71.6-year life expectancy ties neighboring Coffee County as the lowest in this region, with both counties struggling far below state norms. Unlike neighbors with better primary care access, Colquitt's 37 providers per 100,000 residents represents one of the state's most severe provider shortages.

Uninsured & Underserved

Nearly one in five Colquitt residents (19.8%) go without health insurance, stranding thousands without access to preventive or emergency care. Though mental health providers number 91 per 100,000 (above some neighbors), the county's 37 primary care providers per 100,000 create dangerous gaps in basic medical access.

Finding Coverage in Colquitt County

With nearly 20% uninsured and provider shortages limiting options, Colquitt residents need to know about available support programs and coverage pathways. Contact 1-800-318-2596 or visit healthcare.gov today—coverage can be the first step toward better health outcomes.

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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.