Toombs County Health Data

Toombs County, Georgia

Health Score

18/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.7 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.1%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

78

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

67

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Toombs County, Georgia

Toombs County faces significant health gaps

Toombs County residents live just 70.7 years on average, nearly 4.5 years shorter than the U.S. average of 75.1 years. This represents one of Georgia's lowest life expectancies, with 21.7% of adults reporting poor or fair health.

Among Georgia's shortest life spans

Toombs County ranks near the bottom statewide at 70.7 years life expectancy, well below Georgia's 73.3-year average. The county faces persistent health disparities that require urgent attention and targeted interventions.

Lowest life expectancy in the region

Toombs County's 70.7-year life expectancy is the lowest among its neighboring counties, trailing even Treutlen County's 70.3 years. At 16.1% uninsured, it mirrors regional challenges but falls just above Georgia's state average of 15.0%.

Good primary care, limited mental health access

Toombs County offers 78 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—above county average—but only 67 mental health providers per 100,000, creating gaps in behavioral health services. With 16.1% uninsured, many residents delay care or skip preventive visits due to cost.

Your coverage matters—get insured

Don't let cost prevent you from getting healthy. Apply for health insurance at healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to find plans under $100 monthly. Toombs County residents may qualify for Medicaid—check your eligibility today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Toombs County, GA?
Toombs County has a health score of 18/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #105 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 Toombs County?
Life expectancy in Toombs County is 70.7 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Toombs County below the state average.
How does Toombs County health compare to the Georgia average?
Toombs County's health score of 18/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 70.7 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 16.1% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Toombs County?
Key health factors for Toombs County include: life expectancy (70.7 years), uninsured rate (16.1%), and primary care physician access (78:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 67:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Toombs County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 18/100 ("Below Average"), Toombs County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.7 years. 16.1% 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 Toombs County?
Toombs County's health score of 18/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 16.1% 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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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.