Douglas County Health Data

Douglas County, Georgia

Health Score

39/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.6 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

43

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

150

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Douglas County, Georgia

Douglas outperforms Georgia and nation

Douglas County residents live to 75.6 years—nearly 0.5 years above the U.S. average of 76.1 years and 2.3 years above Georgia's state average. With 19.5% reporting poor or fair health, the county performs better than the national average of 14.8%, reflecting strong suburban healthcare access.

Douglas ranks in Georgia's upper half

Douglas County's 75.6-year life expectancy places it solidly in Georgia's upper half, outperforming most rural and mid-tier counties. The 19.5% poor/fair health rate reflects a healthier population profile typical of Atlanta's suburban counties.

Douglas exceeds most rural comparisons

Douglas's 75.6-year life expectancy far exceeds rural peers like Dodge (71.3), Decatur (71.0), and Dooly (73.2) counties, falling just short of Dade (73.0). With 43 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Douglas offers better healthcare access than most rural neighbors while remaining less dense than DeKalb County.

Suburban access supports health outcomes

Douglas County offers 43 primary care providers and 150 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, well above rural averages though below urban densities. With 14.1% uninsured, most Douglas residents can access both preventive and mental health services regularly.

Keep your health coverage in place

Douglas's strong health profile depends on sustained healthcare access; if you're among the 14.1% uninsured, explore coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace today. Continuous coverage ensures you can take advantage of local providers and maintain the preventive health practices driving Douglas's positive outcomes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Douglas County, GA?
Douglas County has a health score of 39/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #39 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 Douglas County?
Life expectancy in Douglas County is 75.6 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Douglas County above the state average.
How does Douglas County health compare to the Georgia average?
Douglas County's health score of 39/100 is above the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 75.6 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 14.1% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Douglas County?
Key health factors for Douglas County include: life expectancy (75.6 years), uninsured rate (14.1%), and primary care physician access (43:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 150:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Douglas County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 39/100 ("Below Average"), Douglas County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.6 years. 14.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Douglas County healthier than the Georgia average?
Douglas County's health score of 39/100 exceeds the Georgia average of 28/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Douglas County has better primary care access (43:1 ratio) than the state average (45:1).

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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.