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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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.