Jackson County Health Data

Jackson County, Georgia

Health Score

41/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.1 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.6%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

56

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

64

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Jackson County, Georgia

Jackson County exceeds U.S. health standards

At 75.1 years, Jackson County residents live 1.6 years longer than the U.S. average of 73.5 years. With only 18.8% reporting poor or fair health, the county demonstrates strong overall wellness.

Leading Georgia in life expectancy

Jackson County's 75.1-year life expectancy exceeds Georgia's state average of 73.3 years by 1.8 years. The 13.6% uninsured rate sits well below Georgia's 15.0% average, reflecting solid healthcare enrollment.

Robust healthcare infrastructure

Jackson County leads regional peers with 56 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and a strong 64 mental health providers per 100K. This combination ensures both preventive and behavioral health support.

Strong access, strong insurance coverage

With 56 primary care doctors per 100K and 13.6% uninsured—just under 1 in 7 residents without coverage—Jackson County residents generally find healthcare accessible. Mental health providers are plentiful enough for timely care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Jackson County, GA?
Jackson County has a health score of 41/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #35 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 Jackson County?
Life expectancy in Jackson County is 75.1 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Jackson County above the state average.
How does Jackson County health compare to the Georgia average?
Jackson County's health score of 41/100 is above the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 75.1 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 13.6% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Jackson County?
Key health factors for Jackson County include: life expectancy (75.1 years), uninsured rate (13.6%), and primary care physician access (56:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 64:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Jackson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 41/100 ("Below Average"), Jackson County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.1 years. 13.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Jackson County healthier than the Georgia average?
Jackson County's health score of 41/100 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.