Harris County Health Data

Harris County, Georgia

Health Score

71/100

Average

Life Expectancy

78.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.8 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.0%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

28

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

36

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Harris County, Georgia

Harris leads the nation in health outcomes

Harris County residents live to 78.8 years—5.3 years longer than the U.S. average of 73.5 years and 5.5 years above Georgia's state average. At just 16.1% reporting poor or fair health, Harris achieves elite health status rivaling the nation's healthiest counties.

Harris ranks among Georgia's elite health counties

With a 78.8-year life expectancy, Harris County ranks in Georgia's top tier, nearly 5.5 years above the state average and second only to Gwinnett (79.3 years). The 16.1% poor/fair health rate reflects strong community health and preventive care engagement.

Harris dominates regional health benchmarks decisively

Harris's 78.8-year life expectancy exceeds every other comparison county except Gwinnett (79.3 years), topping Hancock (70.7 years) by 8.1 years. This advantage stems from high insurance coverage, strong economic conditions, and accessible healthcare infrastructure.

Nearly universal coverage enables preventive care

Harris County's 9% uninsured rate—among the nation's lowest—means nine of ten residents can access preventive and specialty care without financial barriers. With 28 primary care and 36 mental health providers per 100,000, care is readily available to the insured majority.

Maintain Harris County's health advantage

Harris County's health success depends on sustained coverage for all residents; if you lack insurance, marketplace plans and Medicaid ensure continuity of care. Visit healthcare.gov to review your options and renew coverage during open enrollment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Harris County, GA?
Harris County has a health score of 71/100, rated "Average." It ranks #4 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 Harris County?
Life expectancy in Harris County is 78.8 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Harris County above the state average.
How does Harris County health compare to the Georgia average?
Harris County's health score of 71/100 is above the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 78.8 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 9.0% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Harris County?
Key health factors for Harris County include: life expectancy (78.8 years), uninsured rate (9.0%), and primary care physician access (28:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 36:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Harris County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 71/100 ("Average"), Harris County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.8 years. 9.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Harris County healthier than the Georgia average?
Harris County's health score of 71/100 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. Harris County has better primary care access (28:1 ratio) than the state average (45:1).

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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.