Glascock County Health Data

Glascock County, Georgia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

31/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.8 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.6%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

34

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Poor / Fair Health

19.8%

State avg 21.9%

National avg 19.6%

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 Glascock County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGlascockState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.2%38.6%37.6%1.4 pts better than state
Diabetes11.8%13.3%11.2%1.5 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure35.4%37.7%33.5%2.3 pts better than state
Depression23.6%21.1%24.1%2.5 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGlascockState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.3%17.4%16.3%0.9 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking16.7%15.3%17.8%1.4 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity29.0%30.1%27.0%1.1 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGlascockState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%76.8%74.9%1.9 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)57.0%53.8%57.3%3.2 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.4%73.6%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureGlascockState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.2%19.4%18.6%0.8 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration37.0%39.7%37.3%2.7 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Glascock 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

Glascock County Life Expectancy Lower Than State Average

Health data brief for Glascock County, Georgia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Glascock County is 71.8 years, which is shorter than the Georgia state average of 73.3 years and the national average of 77 years. The county’s uninsured rate is 11.6%, which is lower than the state average of 15.0% but higher than the national average of 10%. About 19.8% of residents report poor or fair health, a higher rate than the national average of 17%. Primary care availability is 34 providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. There are no reported mental health providers for the county in this dataset. These data points reflect the current health landscape for the county's population according to federal health tracking and provider registries. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Glascock 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.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Glascock County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

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 Glascock County, GA?
Glascock County has a health score of 31/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #54 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 Glascock County?
Life expectancy in Glascock County is 71.8 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Glascock County below the state average.
How does Glascock County health compare to the Georgia average?
Glascock County's health score of 31/100 is above the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 71.8 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 11.6% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Glascock County?
Key health factors for Glascock County include: life expectancy (71.8 years), uninsured rate (11.6%), and primary care physician access (34:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Glascock County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 31/100 ("Below Average"), Glascock County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.8 years. 11.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Glascock County healthier than the Georgia average?
Glascock County's health score of 31/100 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. Glascock County has better primary care access (34:1 ratio) than the state average (45:1).

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.