Seminole County Health Data

Seminole County, Georgia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

21/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.7 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.1%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

87

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

22

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

22.7%

State avg 21.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

32.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 87.0 per 100K

Dentists

11.0

per 100K residents

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 Seminole County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSeminoleState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.0%38.6%37.6%1.4 pts worse than state
Diabetes13.4%13.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure38.7%37.7%33.5%1.0 pts worse than state
Depression21.2%21.1%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureSeminoleState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.9%17.4%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking14.6%15.3%17.8%0.7 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity30.7%30.1%27.0%0.6 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSeminoleState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.4%76.8%74.9%0.6 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)52.7%53.8%57.3%1.1 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.7%73.6%73.3%1.1 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureSeminoleState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.0%19.4%18.6%0.6 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration41.0%39.7%37.3%1.3 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Seminole County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Mental health provider ratio in Seminole County lower than national median

Health data brief for Seminole County, Georgia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

In Seminole County, there are 22 mental health providers for every 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250. Primary care provider availability is 87 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national median of 70. The county’s life expectancy is 72.7 years, which is shorter than the state average of 73.3 years and the national average of 77 years. Data indicates that 15.1% of the population is uninsured, which is nearly identical to the Georgia state average of 15.0% but higher than the national average of 10%. Additionally, 22.7% of residents report being in poor or fair health, compared to the national benchmark of 17%. These figures reflect local healthcare infrastructure as reported in the latest federal datasets. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Seminole 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.

Donalsonville Hospital Inc

Not rated by CMS
(229) 524-5217
102 Hospital Cir, Donalsonville, GA 39845
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Seminole County, GA?
Seminole County has a health score of 21/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #90 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 Seminole County?
Life expectancy in Seminole County is 72.7 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Seminole County below the state average.
How does Seminole County health compare to the Georgia average?
Seminole County's health score of 21/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 72.7 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 15.1% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Seminole County?
Key health factors for Seminole County include: life expectancy (72.7 years), uninsured rate (15.1%), and primary care physician access (87:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 22:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Seminole County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 21/100 ("Below Average"), Seminole County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.7 years. 15.1% 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 Seminole County?
Seminole County's health score of 21/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 15.1% 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.