Peach County Health Data

Peach County, Georgia

Health Score

21/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.4 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.5%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

21

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

135

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Peach County, Georgia

Peach County faces significant health challenges

At 71.4 years, Peach County residents live more than 7 years less than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. One in five residents report poor or fair health at 20.9%, reflecting high rates of chronic disease and limited preventive care infrastructure.

Among Georgia's lowest life expectancy counties

Peach County's 71.4-year life expectancy falls nearly 2 years below Georgia's 73.3-year state average, ranking it in the bottom tier statewide. This gap signals entrenched health disparities tied to poverty and healthcare access.

Trailing surrounding central Georgia counties

Peach County's 71.4-year life expectancy lags behind neighboring Houston and Bibb counties, which report 72-73 years. The county's lower health outcomes suggest weaker healthcare infrastructure relative to regional peers.

Coverage gaps compound access challenges

Peach County's 15.5% uninsured rate sits above the state average, leaving many families without consistent healthcare coverage. With 21 primary care providers per 100,000, resident access is limited; rural geography compounds travel burdens for specialty care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Peach County, GA?
Peach County has a health score of 21/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #91 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 Peach County?
Life expectancy in Peach County is 71.4 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Peach County below the state average.
How does Peach County health compare to the Georgia average?
Peach County's health score of 21/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 71.4 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 15.5% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Peach County?
Key health factors for Peach County include: life expectancy (71.4 years), uninsured rate (15.5%), and primary care physician access (21:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 135:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Peach County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 21/100 ("Below Average"), Peach County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.4 years. 15.5% 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 Peach County?
Peach County's health score of 21/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 15.5% 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.