Screven County Health Data

Screven County, Georgia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

15/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.9 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.7%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

14

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

35

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

24.2%

State avg 21.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

14.2

per 100K residentsCDC: 14.2 per 100K

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Screven County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureScrevenState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.7%38.6%37.6%1.1 pts worse than state
Diabetes14.1%13.3%11.2%0.8 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure39.9%37.7%33.5%2.2 pts worse than state
Depression21.0%21.1%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureScrevenState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.5%17.4%16.3%1.1 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking14.4%15.3%17.8%0.9 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity31.2%30.1%27.0%1.1 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureScrevenState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.8%76.8%74.9%1.0 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)50.7%53.8%57.3%3.1 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.8%73.6%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureScrevenState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.3%19.4%18.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration42.9%39.7%37.3%3.2 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Screven County nationally on short sleep duration.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Screven County primary care provider ratio reaches 14 per 100,000

Health data brief for Screven County, Georgia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Screven County reports 14 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents, which is considerably lower than the national median of 70 and the state's broader provider distribution. The life expectancy in the county is 70.9 years, which is shorter than the Georgia state average of 73.3 years and well below the national average of 77 years. According to health records, 24.2% of residents report being in poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in the county is 14.7%, slightly below the state average of 15.0% but higher than the national rate of 10%. Mental health provider availability is measured at 35 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250. These metrics are compiled from federal and state health databases. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Screven County, Georgia

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Optim Medical Center - Screven

ER
Not rated by CMS
(912) 564-7426
215 Mims Road, Sylvania, GA 30467
Critical Access HospitalsProprietary

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Screven County, GA?
Screven County has a health score of 15/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #127 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 Screven County?
Life expectancy in Screven County is 70.9 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Screven County below the state average.
How does Screven County health compare to the Georgia average?
Screven County's health score of 15/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 70.9 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 14.7% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Screven County?
Key health factors for Screven County include: life expectancy (70.9 years), uninsured rate (14.7%), and primary care physician access (14:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 35:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Screven County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 15/100 ("Below Average"), Screven County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.9 years. 14.7% 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 Screven County?
Screven County's health score of 15/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 14.7% 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.