Troup County Health Data

Troup County, Georgia

Health Score

27/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.3 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.8%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

50

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

188

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Troup County, Georgia

Troup County slightly trails national average

Troup County residents live an average of 72.3 years, about 2.8 years shorter than the U.S. average of 75.1 years. However, just 20.2% report poor or fair health—better than many Georgia peers.

Near Georgia's statewide average

At 72.3 years, Troup County's life expectancy sits below Georgia's 73.3-year average by just one year. The county performs solidly in the middle range for health outcomes statewide.

Healthier than most regional counties

Troup County's 72.3-year life expectancy exceeds Tift (72.0) and significantly exceeds Toombs (70.7) and Treutlen (70.3). Its 13.8% uninsured rate is the lowest in the region—better even than Georgia's 15.0% average.

Excellent mental health capacity

Troup County shines with 188 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—nearly double the regional average. Primary care access is tighter at 50 providers per 100,000, yet strong insurance coverage (86.2% insured) means most residents can access these services.

Maintain your strong health coverage

Troup County's low uninsured rate reflects smart healthcare decisions. Keep your coverage active by renewing annually at healthcare.gov or calling 1-800-318-2596. Don't let a coverage gap interrupt your care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Troup County, GA?
Troup County has a health score of 27/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #68 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 Troup County?
Life expectancy in Troup County is 72.3 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Troup County below the state average.
How does Troup County health compare to the Georgia average?
Troup County's health score of 27/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 72.3 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 13.8% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Troup County?
Key health factors for Troup County include: life expectancy (72.3 years), uninsured rate (13.8%), and primary care physician access (50:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 188:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Troup County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 27/100 ("Below Average"), Troup County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.3 years. 13.8% 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 Troup County?
Troup County's health score of 27/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 13.8% 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.