Madison County Health Data

Madison County, Georgia

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

21.9%

State avg 21.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

12.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 19.4 per 100K

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Madison County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMadisonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.8%38.6%37.6%0.8 pts better than state
Diabetes12.4%13.3%11.2%0.9 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure35.6%37.7%33.5%2.1 pts better than state
Depression23.1%21.1%24.1%2.0 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMadisonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.2%17.4%16.3%0.8 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking16.2%15.3%17.8%0.9 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity30.5%30.1%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMadisonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.5%76.8%74.9%1.3 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)53.3%53.8%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)70.1%73.6%73.3%3.5 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMadisonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.0%19.4%18.6%0.6 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration38.9%39.7%37.3%0.8 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Madison County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Mental Health Provider Ratios in Madison County Trail National Medians

Health data brief for Madison County, Georgia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Madison County has 28 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure much lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. Primary care provider availability is also lower than the national median of 70, sitting at 19 per 100,000. Approximately 21.9% of the adult population reports poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. The life expectancy for the county is 74.2 years, which is higher than the Georgia average of 73.3 years but lower than the national average of 77 years. Additionally, 17.7% of the county is uninsured, a rate that is higher than the state average of 15.0% and the national average of 10%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Madison County, Georgia

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Madison County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.