Terrell County Health Data

Terrell County, Georgia

Health Score

8/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.3 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.3%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

12

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Terrell County, Georgia

Terrell faces the nation's health gap

At just 70.3 years, Terrell County's life expectancy is the lowest in this eight-county group and more than 6 years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. Over one in four residents (27.9%) report poor or fair health, indicating severe health crises in the community.

Georgia's most endangered health profile

Terrell's 70.3-year life expectancy represents a catastrophic gap from Georgia's 73.3-year average. The county's 16.3% uninsured rate exceeds the state average, and health outcomes are critically poor.

Healthcare desert with minimal providers

Primary care provider data is unavailable for Terrell, but the 12 mental health providers per 100K is the lowest in the region. Thomas County, by contrast, offers 94 primary care providers and 250 mental health providers per 100K—a stark disparity.

A community in urgent healthcare crisis

Terrell County's 70.3-year life expectancy reflects a community struggling with preventable deaths and unmanaged disease. With 16.3% uninsured and critical provider shortages, residents face formidable barriers to basic healthcare access.

Coverage and support are available now

Terrell County residents must prioritize health coverage enrollment at healthcare.gov or through Georgia Medicaid. Contact your local health department, hospital, or a community health center for immediate access to primary care and support services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Terrell County, GA?
Terrell County has a health score of 8/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #153 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 Terrell County?
Life expectancy in Terrell County is 70.3 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Terrell County below the state average.
How does Terrell County health compare to the Georgia average?
Terrell County's health score of 8/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 70.3 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 16.3% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Terrell County?
Key health factors for Terrell County include: life expectancy (70.3 years), uninsured rate (16.3%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 12:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Terrell County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 8/100 ("Below Average"), Terrell County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.3 years. 16.3% 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 Terrell County?
Terrell County's health score of 8/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 16.3% 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.