Toombs County Health Data

Toombs County, Georgia

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

21.7%

State avg 21.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

18.6

per 100K residentsCDC: 78.0 per 100K

Dentists

3.7

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

22.3

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 Toombs County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureToombsState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.9%38.6%37.6%2.3 pts worse than state
Diabetes13.6%13.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure37.9%37.7%33.5%near state average
Depression21.4%21.1%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureToombsState 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 Inactivity32.0%30.1%27.0%1.9 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureToombsState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.8%76.8%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)54.2%53.8%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)71.4%73.6%73.3%2.2 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureToombsState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.9%19.4%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration40.4%39.7%37.3%0.7 pts worse than state

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

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

Data Story

Toombs County Mental Health Provider Ratio Trails National Median

Health data brief for Toombs County, Georgia.

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

Toombs County has 67 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a count lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. The county reports a life expectancy of 70.7 years, which is shorter than the Georgia average of 73.3 years and the national average of 77 years. In terms of health status, 21.7% of residents report being in poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in the county is 16.1%, which is higher than the state average of 15.0% and the national rate of 10%. For primary care, there are 78 providers per 100,000 residents, which is greater than the national median of 70 per 100,000. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Toombs 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.

Memorial Health Meadows Hospital

ER
5/5
(912) 535-5828
One Meadows Parkway, Vidalia, GA 30474
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

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 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.