Elbert County Health Data

Elbert County, Georgia

Health Score

14/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.2 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.5%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

45

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Elbert County, Georgia

Elbert County lags national health

At 71.2 years, Elbert County's life expectancy runs 4.3 years below the U.S. average of 75.5 years, signaling chronic health challenges. The 22.9% poor or fair health rate nearly doubles the national average, reflecting widespread disease burden across the county.

Below-average Georgia health outcomes

Elbert County's 71.2-year life expectancy trails Georgia's state average by 2.1 years, placing it in the lower-performing tier of state counties. The 22.9% poor health rate also exceeds Georgia's typical county experience.

Outpaced by healthier regional peers

Elbert County's 71.2-year life expectancy falls short of Fannin County (74.1 years) and Effingham County (75.0 years) by several years. Its 22.9% poor health rate mirrors the struggle seen in neighboring Early County (25.2%) and Emanuel County (25.7%).

Uninsured rate complicates care access

At 18.5% uninsured, Elbert County exceeds Georgia's 15.0% average, leaving nearly one in five residents vulnerable to medical debt and delayed care. The county has 41 primary care providers and 45 mental health providers per 100K—lower than state averages—straining existing resources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Elbert County, GA?
Elbert County has a health score of 14/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #129 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 Elbert County?
Life expectancy in Elbert County is 71.2 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Elbert County below the state average.
How does Elbert County health compare to the Georgia average?
Elbert County's health score of 14/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 71.2 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 18.5% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Elbert County?
Key health factors for Elbert County include: life expectancy (71.2 years), uninsured rate (18.5%), and primary care physician access (41:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 45:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Elbert County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 14/100 ("Below Average"), Elbert County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.2 years. 18.5% 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 Elbert County?
Elbert County's health score of 14/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 18.5% 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.