McDuffie County Health Data

McDuffie County, Georgia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

26/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.9 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.0%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

51

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

73

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

21.5%

State avg 21.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

4.6

per 100K residentsCDC: 50.8 per 100K

Dentists

4.6

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

9.2

per 100K residents

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 McDuffie County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMcDuffieState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.1%38.6%37.6%near state average
Diabetes13.8%13.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure39.4%37.7%33.5%1.7 pts worse than state
Depression21.4%21.1%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMcDuffieState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.8%17.4%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking14.5%15.3%17.8%0.8 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity30.8%30.1%27.0%0.7 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMcDuffieState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.6%76.8%74.9%0.8 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)54.5%53.8%57.3%0.7 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.2%73.6%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureMcDuffieState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.0%19.4%18.6%0.6 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration40.3%39.7%37.3%0.6 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare McDuffie County nationally on high blood pressure.

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

Data Story

Mental Health Provider Ratio in McDuffie County Differs From Median

Health data brief for McDuffie County, Georgia.

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

McDuffie County has 73 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. The primary care provider ratio is 51 per 100,000, also lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The life expectancy for county residents is 71.9 years, compared to the Georgia state average of 73.3 years and the national average of 77 years. About 21.5% of adults report their health as poor or fair, a rate that is higher than the 17% national average. The uninsured rate is 13.0%, which is lower than the Georgia average of 15.0% but higher than the national average of 10%. These metrics provide a baseline for understanding health factors in the county. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in McDuffie 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.

University Mcduffie County Regional Medical Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(706) 595-1411
2460 Washington Road, Thomson, GA 30824
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

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 McDuffie County, GA?
McDuffie County has a health score of 26/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #71 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 McDuffie County?
Life expectancy in McDuffie County is 71.9 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making McDuffie County below the state average.
How does McDuffie County health compare to the Georgia average?
McDuffie County's health score of 26/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 71.9 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 13.0% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect McDuffie County?
Key health factors for McDuffie County include: life expectancy (71.9 years), uninsured rate (13.0%), and primary care physician access (51:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 73:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is McDuffie County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 26/100 ("Below Average"), McDuffie County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.9 years. 13.0% 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 McDuffie County?
McDuffie County's health score of 26/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 13.0% 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.