Henry County Health Data

Henry County, Georgia

Health Score

53/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.3 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

49

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

184

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Henry County, Georgia

Henry County leads nation in longevity

At 75.3 years, Henry County residents live nearly two years longer than the U.S. average of 73.5 years. Only 17.1% report poor or fair health, placing the county among healthier American communities.

Georgia's healthiest county profile

Henry County's 75.3-year life expectancy exceeds Georgia's state average of 73.3 years by two full years. With just 10.4% uninsured—well below Georgia's 15.0% average—Henry County shows strong health system engagement.

Best healthcare infrastructure in the region

Henry County leads peers with 49 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and an exceptional 184 mental health providers per 100K. This dual strength in primary and behavioral health creates a comprehensive healthcare safety net.

Strong coverage, strong care access

Only 10.4% of Henry County adults lack health insurance, meaning nine of every ten residents have coverage. With 49 primary care doctors per 100K and nearly 200 mental health specialists, healthcare is both accessible and available.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Henry County, GA?
Henry County has a health score of 53/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #17 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 Henry County?
Life expectancy in Henry County is 75.3 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Henry County above the state average.
How does Henry County health compare to the Georgia average?
Henry County's health score of 53/100 is above the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 75.3 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 10.4% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Henry County?
Key health factors for Henry County include: life expectancy (75.3 years), uninsured rate (10.4%), and primary care physician access (49:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 184:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Henry County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 53/100 ("Below Average"), Henry County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.3 years. 10.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Henry County healthier than the Georgia average?
Henry County's health score of 53/100 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.

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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.