Gordon County Health Data

Gordon County, Georgia

Health Score

17/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

19.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.1 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

19.9%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

84

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Gordon County, Georgia

Gordon County faces severe health disparities

At 73.1 years, Gordon County residents live 5.8 years below the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 24.1% poor or fair health rate is the highest in this group—a third higher than the national average of 18%—indicating severe chronic disease burden.

Georgia's most challenged county

Gordon County's 73.1-year life expectancy matches Georgia's state average, but the 24.1% poor or fair health rate far exceeds state norms. The county faces compounding health inequities requiring urgent intervention.

Worst outcomes in the region

Gordon County's 73.1-year life expectancy ranks among the lowest, slightly better than Glascock County (71.8 years) but trailing Fulton County (77.5 years) by 4.4 years. The 24.1% poor or fair health rate is 7.2 points above Floyd County's 22.6%.

Crisis: highest uninsured rate statewide

Gordon County's uninsured rate of 19.9% is the highest in this group and 4.9 percentage points above Georgia's 15.0% average. Combined with just 46 primary care providers per 100K, residents face compounding barriers to healthcare access and prevention.

Coverage is urgent for Gordon County

With 19.9% uninsured, Gordon County residents must act now—visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 today. Many residents qualify for free or low-cost Medicaid or marketplace plans that provide life-changing access to preventive and chronic care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Gordon County, GA?
Gordon County has a health score of 17/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #116 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 Gordon County?
Life expectancy in Gordon County is 73.1 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Gordon County below the state average.
How does Gordon County health compare to the Georgia average?
Gordon County's health score of 17/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 73.1 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 19.9% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Gordon County?
Key health factors for Gordon County include: life expectancy (73.1 years), uninsured rate (19.9%), and primary care physician access (46:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 84:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Gordon County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 17/100 ("Below Average"), Gordon County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.1 years. 19.9% 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 Gordon County?
Gordon County's health score of 17/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 19.9% 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.