Franklin County Health Data

Franklin County, Georgia

Health Score

19/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.1 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.4%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

34

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

73

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Franklin County, Georgia

Franklin County faces significant health gaps

At 72.1 years, Franklin County residents live more than 6 years below the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 21.8% poor or fair health rate substantially exceeds the national average of 18%, indicating widespread health challenges.

Among Georgia's lowest life expectancies

Franklin County's 72.1-year life expectancy falls 1.2 years short of Georgia's 73.3-year average, placing it among the state's most vulnerable counties. The health disparity signals systemic challenges in access, prevention, and care quality.

Struggling worse than surrounding counties

Franklin County's 72.1-year life expectancy ranks below Floyd County (72.6 years) and Gordon County (73.1 years). With just 34 primary care providers per 100K—the lowest among neighboring counties—residents face significant barriers to preventive healthcare.

Uninsured and undersupported

Franklin County has the highest uninsured rate among these eight counties at 17.4%, nearly 2.4 percentage points above Georgia's average. The scarcity of primary care (34 per 100K) and mental health providers (73 per 100K) compounds access challenges for vulnerable residents.

Health coverage is within reach

With 17.4% uninsured, Franklin County needs urgent action—visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to find affordable coverage. Many residents qualify for Medicaid or marketplace subsidies that reduce out-of-pocket costs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Franklin County, GA?
Franklin County has a health score of 19/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #100 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 Franklin County?
Life expectancy in Franklin County is 72.1 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Franklin County below the state average.
How does Franklin County health compare to the Georgia average?
Franklin County's health score of 19/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 72.1 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 17.4% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Franklin County?
Key health factors for Franklin County include: life expectancy (72.1 years), uninsured rate (17.4%), and primary care physician access (34:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 73:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Franklin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 19/100 ("Below Average"), Franklin County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.1 years. 17.4% 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 Franklin County?
Franklin County's health score of 19/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 17.4% 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.