Hancock County Health Data

Hancock County, Georgia

Health Score

12/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.7 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.8%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

12

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

23

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hancock County, Georgia

Hancock faces the nation's health challenges head-on

At 70.7 years, Hancock County residents face a life expectancy nearly 3 years below the U.S. average of 73.5 years and 2.6 years below Georgia's average. The 28.4% poor/fair health rate—the highest among these eight counties—signals a community under significant health stress.

Hancock struggles at Georgia's health bottom tier

Hancock's 70.7-year life expectancy ranks among Georgia's lowest, falling 2.6 years behind the state average and nearly 9 years behind county leaders like Gwinnett. The 28.4% poor/fair health rate reflects compounded challenges in healthcare access and chronic disease.

Hancock lags far behind all regional peers

Hancock's 70.7-year life expectancy trails every comparison county, falling 4–9 years behind neighbors like Harris (78.8 years), Gwinnett (79.3 years), and even struggling Haralson (71.2 years). This gap reflects severe provider shortages and economic barriers to care.

Critical shortage of providers isolates patients

Hancock has just 12 primary care providers and 23 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—roughly one-quarter the capacity of neighboring counties. Even though the 13.8% uninsured rate is below average, those without insurance face nearly impassable barriers to care.

Act now to secure healthcare access

Hancock County residents deserve accessible, affordable care; if you lack coverage, Medicaid and marketplace plans may be available to your family. Contact the county health department or visit healthcare.gov to find options and start your path to better health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hancock County, GA?
Hancock County has a health score of 12/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #139 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 Hancock County?
Life expectancy in Hancock County is 70.7 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Hancock County below the state average.
How does Hancock County health compare to the Georgia average?
Hancock County's health score of 12/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 70.7 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 13.8% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Hancock County?
Key health factors for Hancock County include: life expectancy (70.7 years), uninsured rate (13.8%), and primary care physician access (12:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 23:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hancock County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 12/100 ("Below Average"), Hancock County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.7 years. 13.8% 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 Hancock County?
Hancock County's health score of 12/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 13.8% 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.