Pike County Health Data

Pike County, Georgia

Health Score

42/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.2 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.7%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

21

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

64

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Pike County, Georgia

Pike County exceeds national health benchmarks

At 73.2 years, Pike County's life expectancy nearly matches the U.S. average of 76.4 years, positioning it above many rural Georgia counties. With only 16.6% reporting poor or fair health—below the national 16.8% average—the county shows stronger-than-typical health outcomes for its region.

On par with Georgia average

Pike County's 73.2-year life expectancy essentially mirrors Georgia's state average of 73.3 years, placing it in the middle tier of Georgia counties. The 16.6% poor/fair health rate is competitive within the state, suggesting more favorable health trends than many neighbors.

Outperforming Pierce and Polk

Pike County's 73.2-year life expectancy and 16.6% poor health rate both exceed Pierce (71.1 years, 19.9%) and Polk (71.0 years, 21.6%) counties to the south. This advantage may reflect better healthcare infrastructure or population demographics, making Pike a relative health success story in the region.

Mental health resources outpace primary care

Pike County offers 64 mental health providers per 100K—double the national average—but only 21 primary care physicians per 100K, creating an imbalance in access. At 12.7% uninsured, the county performs better than Georgia's 15.0% average, easing some barriers to care.

Continue strong coverage rates

Pike County's uninsured rate of 12.7% is among Georgia's better rates, but 1 in 8 residents still lack coverage. Ensure your family's protected by verifying your health plan at healthcare.gov or connecting with Pike County health resources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Pike County, GA?
Pike County has a health score of 42/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #31 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 Pike County?
Life expectancy in Pike County is 73.2 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Pike County below the state average.
How does Pike County health compare to the Georgia average?
Pike County's health score of 42/100 is above the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 73.2 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 12.7% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Pike County?
Key health factors for Pike County include: life expectancy (73.2 years), uninsured rate (12.7%), and primary care physician access (21:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 64:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Pike County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 42/100 ("Below Average"), Pike County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.2 years. 12.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Pike County healthier than the Georgia average?
Pike County's health score of 42/100 exceeds the Georgia average of 28/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Pike County has better primary care access (21:1 ratio) than the state average (45:1).

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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.