Hart County Health Data

Hart County, Georgia

Health Score

36/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.2%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

42

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

22

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hart County, Georgia

Hart County lives longer than most Americans

At 74.3 years, Hart County residents have a life expectancy that exceeds the U.S. average of 73.5 years. Only 18.6% of the county reports poor or fair health, putting it slightly above the national wellness benchmark.

Outpacing Georgia's health averages

Hart County's 74.3-year life expectancy tops Georgia's state average of 73.3 years by a full year. The county's uninsured rate of 15.2% matches the state average almost exactly, indicating typical insurance coverage challenges statewide.

Healthcare access stronger than similar counties

Hart County has 42 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—well above rural neighbors like Heard County (17 per 100K). With 22 mental health providers per 100K, the county offers competitive mental health resources for its region.

Most Hart residents have health coverage

About 1 in 15 Hart County adults (15.2%) lack health insurance, making healthcare access generally available. The county's primary care infrastructure supports preventive care, though some residents still face coverage gaps.

Check your coverage options today

If you're among the 15% of Hart County residents without insurance, explore options through the Georgia health marketplace or local community health centers. Preventive care coverage is often affordable and can catch health issues early.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hart County, GA?
Hart County has a health score of 36/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #48 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 Hart County?
Life expectancy in Hart County is 74.3 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Hart County above the state average.
How does Hart County health compare to the Georgia average?
Hart County's health score of 36/100 is above the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 74.3 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 15.2% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Hart County?
Key health factors for Hart County include: life expectancy (74.3 years), uninsured rate (15.2%), and primary care physician access (42:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 22:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hart County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 36/100 ("Below Average"), Hart County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.3 years. 15.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Hart County healthier than the Georgia average?
Hart County's health score of 36/100 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. Hart County has better primary care access (42:1 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.