Richmond County Health Data

Richmond County, Georgia

Health Score

21/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.4 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.4%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

89

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

359

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Richmond County, Georgia

Richmond County lags on national health

At 71.4 years, Richmond County's life expectancy falls 5.6 years below the U.S. average of 77 years, signaling health challenges that demand attention. Nearly a quarter of residents (23.7%) report poor or fair health, compared to 17% nationally.

Below average for Georgia

Richmond County's 71.4-year life expectancy ranks below Georgia's 73.3-year state average, placing it among the state's lower-performing counties. The 23.7% poor/fair health rate also exceeds the state trend.

Similar struggles across the region

Richmond County performs slightly better than nearby Screven County (70.9 years) and Stewart County (71.0 years), but trails Rockdale County (75.7 years) by over 4 years. Mental health providers here (359 per 100K) exceed most neighboring counties, a notable bright spot.

Uninsured rate and provider gaps

Richmond County's 12.4% uninsured rate beats the state average of 15.0%, showing progress in coverage. Yet with only 89 primary care providers per 100K residents, access remains constrained for routine preventive care.

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Even with strong mental health provider availability, many residents still lack insurance. Visit healthcare.gov or contact Georgia's health department to explore Medicaid, ACA plans, or employer coverage options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Richmond County, GA?
Richmond County has a health score of 21/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #92 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 Richmond County?
Life expectancy in Richmond County is 71.4 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Richmond County below the state average.
How does Richmond County health compare to the Georgia average?
Richmond 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 12.4% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Richmond County?
Key health factors for Richmond County include: life expectancy (71.4 years), uninsured rate (12.4%), and primary care physician access (89:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 359:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Richmond County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 21/100 ("Below Average"), Richmond County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.4 years. 12.4% 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 Richmond County?
Richmond County's health score of 21/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 12.4% 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.