Muscogee County Health Data

Muscogee County, Georgia

Health Score

25/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.0 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

104

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

365

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Muscogee County, Georgia

Muscogee County faces significant health disparities

With a life expectancy of 72.0 years, Muscogee County residents live nearly 7 years less than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. More than one in five residents report poor or fair health at 23.1%, suggesting widespread chronic disease and limited preventive care access.

Among Georgia's lowest life expectancy counties

Muscogee County's 72.0-year life expectancy ranks below Georgia's 73.3-year average, placing it in the bottom tier statewide. This gap reflects entrenched health challenges tied to poverty, healthcare infrastructure, and disease burden.

Provider access doesn't translate to better outcomes

Despite having 104 primary care providers per 100,000—far above county averages—Muscogee ranks among Georgia's poorest health outcome counties. This disconnect suggests barriers beyond availability, including affordability, transportation, and health literacy affecting whether residents access available care.

Uninsured rates drive healthcare inequity

Muscogee County's 11.8% uninsured rate sits below the state average, yet life expectancy remains lowest in the region. Limited mental health provider capacity at 365 per 100,000 compounds challenges, leaving many residents without support for depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders.

Quality coverage is within reach

Even with insurance, affordability and access matter—consider plans with low premiums and local provider networks. Call 211 or visit a community health center to understand your options and ensure your coverage includes the preventive care your family needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Muscogee County, GA?
Muscogee County has a health score of 25/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #77 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 Muscogee County?
Life expectancy in Muscogee County is 72.0 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Muscogee County below the state average.
How does Muscogee County health compare to the Georgia average?
Muscogee County's health score of 25/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 72.0 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 11.8% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Muscogee County?
Key health factors for Muscogee County include: life expectancy (72.0 years), uninsured rate (11.8%), and primary care physician access (104:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 365:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Muscogee County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 25/100 ("Below Average"), Muscogee County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.0 years. 11.8% 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 Muscogee County?
Muscogee County's health score of 25/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 11.8% 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.