Madison County Health Data

Madison County, Georgia

Health Score

26/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.2 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.7%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

19

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

28

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Madison County, Georgia

Madison County near national health averages

Madison County's life expectancy of 74.2 years falls 4.7 years short of the U.S. average of 78.9 years. One-fifth of residents (21.9%) report poor or fair health, slightly above national rates, reflecting moderate health challenges.

Slightly above Georgia's health benchmark

Madison County's 74.2-year life expectancy exceeds Georgia's 73.3-year average by 0.9 years, positioning it solidly in the middle of the state's health rankings. The county performs better than half of the eight-county group.

Mid-tier health in a diverse region

Madison County ranks fifth among these eight counties for life expectancy, falling between Lowndes (73.5 years) and Lumpkin (75.3 years). The county's provider access is limited compared to strong performers like Lowndes and Lumpkin.

Higher uninsured rate, fewer primary care doctors

Madison County's 17.7% uninsured rate exceeds Georgia's 15% average, leaving nearly one in six residents without health insurance. With just 19 primary care providers per 100,000—below the county average across this group—access to routine care is challenging.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Madison County, GA?
Madison County has a health score of 26/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #70 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 Madison County?
Life expectancy in Madison County is 74.2 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Madison County above the state average.
How does Madison County health compare to the Georgia average?
Madison County's health score of 26/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 74.2 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 17.7% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Madison County?
Key health factors for Madison County include: life expectancy (74.2 years), uninsured rate (17.7%), and primary care physician access (19:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 28:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Madison County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 26/100 ("Below Average"), Madison County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.2 years. 17.7% 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 Madison County?
Madison County's health score of 26/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 17.7% 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.