Jasper County Health Data

Jasper County, Georgia

Health Score

31/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.9%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

33

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

43

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Jasper County, Georgia

Jasper County slightly above national wellness

At 73.8 years, Jasper County's life expectancy nearly matches the U.S. average of 73.5 years. With 20.8% reporting poor or fair health, the county sits slightly above national norms but faces modifiable wellness gaps.

Close to Georgia's health averages

Jasper County's 73.8-year life expectancy sits just 0.5 years above Georgia's 73.3-year state average. The 13.9% uninsured rate is marginally better than Georgia's 15.0%, showing slightly better healthcare enrollment.

Moderate provider capacity

Jasper County has 33 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 43 mental health providers per 100K—middling capacity compared to rural peers. Both services exist, though residents may need to plan for appointments.

Fair coverage, adequate provider access

About 14% of Jasper County adults lack health insurance, meaning roughly 1 in 7 residents need coverage. With 33 primary care doctors per 100K, preventive care is available, though wait times may vary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Jasper County, GA?
Jasper County has a health score of 31/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #56 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 Jasper County?
Life expectancy in Jasper County is 73.8 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Jasper County above the state average.
How does Jasper County health compare to the Georgia average?
Jasper County's health score of 31/100 is above the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 73.8 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 13.9% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Jasper County?
Key health factors for Jasper County include: life expectancy (73.8 years), uninsured rate (13.9%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 43:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Jasper County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 31/100 ("Below Average"), Jasper County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.8 years. 13.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Jasper County healthier than the Georgia average?
Jasper County's health score of 31/100 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. Jasper County has better primary care access (33:1 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.