Spalding County Health Data

Spalding County, Georgia

Health Score

17/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.2 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.2%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

169

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Spalding County, Georgia

Spalding County trails national health

With a life expectancy of 71.2 years, Spalding County falls 5.8 years below the U.S. average of 77 years, indicating notable population health challenges. Nearly a quarter of residents (22.8%) report poor or fair health, exceeding the 17% national rate.

Below Georgia health average

Spalding County's 71.2-year life expectancy ranks below Georgia's state average of 73.3 years, placing it among the state's health-challenged communities. Its 22.8% poor/fair health rate also exceeds the state trend.

Facing regional health headwinds

Spalding County's 71.2-year life expectancy ranks above Screven (70.9 years) but trails Rockdale (75.7 years) and Schley (75.4 years) by over 4 years. It sits in the struggling middle tier of regional counties.

Coverage and provider gaps

Spalding County's 15.2% uninsured rate slightly exceeds Georgia's 15.0% state average, indicating ongoing coverage challenges. With 41 primary care providers per 100K, access is below regional peers, though 169 mental health providers per 100K offer better mental health support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Spalding County, GA?
Spalding County has a health score of 17/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #108 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 Spalding County?
Life expectancy in Spalding County is 71.2 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Spalding County below the state average.
How does Spalding County health compare to the Georgia average?
Spalding County's health score of 17/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 71.2 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 15.2% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Spalding County?
Key health factors for Spalding County include: life expectancy (71.2 years), uninsured rate (15.2%), and primary care physician access (41:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 169:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Spalding County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 17/100 ("Below Average"), Spalding County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.2 years. 15.2% 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 Spalding County?
Spalding County's health score of 17/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 15.2% 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.