McDuffie County Health Data

McDuffie County, Georgia

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

Data Story

About Health in McDuffie County, Georgia

McDuffie's life expectancy lags national average

At 71.9 years, McDuffie County residents live about 5 years shorter than the U.S. average of 76.4 years. One in five residents reports poor or fair health, compared to roughly one in six nationally, signaling persistent health challenges across the county.

Below Georgia's health benchmark

McDuffie's 71.9-year life expectancy sits 1.4 years below Georgia's state average of 73.3 years. The county's 13.0% uninsured rate, however, beats the state average of 15.0%, suggesting better health coverage but persistent health outcome gaps.

Midrange health among regional peers

McDuffie performs modestly compared to nearby counties: it outpaces Meriwether (70.8 years) and Miller (67.3 years) but trails Monroe (74.5 years) and Morgan (75.8 years). Access to primary care providers at 51 per 100K is solid, though mental health support at 73 per 100K varies widely across the region.

Healthcare access remains a daily reality

With 13.0% of residents uninsured and 51 primary care providers per 100K population, McDuffie has modest physician capacity but reasonable coverage rates. Those with insurance face 51 primary care doctors for every 100,000 residents—a ratio that requires coordination to ensure timely appointments.

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If you're among McDuffie's uninsured residents, visit healthcare.gov or contact your local health department to explore Medicaid, ACA plans, or community health programs. Coverage can mean the difference between preventive care and costly emergency visits—start exploring your options today.

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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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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.