Stewart County Health Data

Stewart County, Georgia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

8/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.0 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.5%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

21

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

30.2%

State avg 21.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

40.2

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

40.2

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 Stewart County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureStewartState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity42.0%38.6%37.6%3.4 pts worse than state
Diabetes18.4%13.3%11.2%5.1 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure43.8%37.7%33.5%6.1 pts worse than state
Depression17.2%21.1%24.1%3.9 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureStewartState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking21.3%17.4%16.3%3.9 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking13.9%15.3%17.8%1.4 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity39.2%30.1%27.0%9.1 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureStewartState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.6%76.8%74.9%1.2 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)43.2%53.8%57.3%10.6 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.1%73.6%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureStewartState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.8%19.4%18.6%0.6 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration44.2%39.7%37.3%4.5 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Stewart County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Stewart County poor health rate nearly doubles the national average

Health data brief for Stewart County, Georgia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

Approximately 30.2% of residents in Stewart County report being in poor or fair health, a rate that is nearly double the national average of 17%. The county’s life expectancy is 71.0 years, which is shorter than the Georgia average of 73.3 years and the national average of 77 years. For mental health services, the provider ratio is 21 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250. The uninsured rate stands at 16.5%, exceeding both the Georgia state average of 15.0% and the national average of 10%. Primary care provider data for the county was not available in this reporting cycle. These findings are based on the latest available health statistics from federal and state agencies. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Stewart 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.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Stewart County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

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 Stewart County, GA?
Stewart County has a health score of 8/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #152 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 Stewart County?
Life expectancy in Stewart County is 71.0 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Stewart County below the state average.
How does Stewart County health compare to the Georgia average?
Stewart County's health score of 8/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 71.0 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 16.5% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Stewart County?
Key health factors for Stewart County include: life expectancy (71.0 years), uninsured rate (16.5%), and primary care physician access (—). Mental health provider access is 21:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Stewart County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 8/100 ("Below Average"), Stewart County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.0 years. 16.5% 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 Stewart County?
Stewart County's health score of 8/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 16.5% 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.