Lanier County Health Data

Lanier County, Georgia

Health Score

24/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.6 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

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

38

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Lanier County, Georgia

Lanier County leads regional health

Lanier County's life expectancy of 74.6 years comes within 0.1 years of the U.S. average of 74.5 years. With 26.7% reporting poor or fair health, the county sits between regional peers and the national average of 15%.

Above Georgia's state average

Lanier County's life expectancy of 74.6 years exceeds Georgia's state average of 73.3 years by 1.3 years. Its 26.7% poor/fair health rate sits about 11 percentage points above the state average.

Strong life expectancy, solid coverage

Lanier County's 74.6-year life expectancy trails only Jones County (75.6 years) and Lee County (75.1 years) in the region. Its 13.9% uninsured rate is competitive, slightly above Lee County's 11.5%.

Mental health strength, primary care data gaps

Lanier County excels with 38 mental health providers per 100K residents, supporting behavioral health access. Primary care provider data is unavailable, limiting full assessment of physical health infrastructure.

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With 13.9% of Lanier County uninsured, enrollment can strengthen your health security. Visit HealthCare.gov to explore coverage options and maximize access to mental and primary care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Lanier County, GA?
Lanier County has a health score of 24/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #79 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 Lanier County?
Life expectancy in Lanier County is 74.6 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Lanier County above the state average.
How does Lanier County health compare to the Georgia average?
Lanier County's health score of 24/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 74.6 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 13.9% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Lanier County?
Key health factors for Lanier County include: life expectancy (74.6 years), uninsured rate (13.9%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 38:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Lanier County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 24/100 ("Below Average"), Lanier County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.6 years. 13.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Lanier County?
Lanier County's health score of 24/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 13.9% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.