Troup County Health Data

Troup County, Georgia

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

20.2%

State avg 21.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

24.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 50.2 per 100K

Dentists

4.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

27.2

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 Troup County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureTroupState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity35.9%38.6%37.6%2.7 pts better than state
Diabetes13.3%13.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure37.6%37.7%33.5%near state average
Depression21.1%21.1%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureTroupState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.1%17.4%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking15.2%15.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity31.2%30.1%27.0%1.1 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureTroupState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.5%76.8%74.9%0.7 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)56.8%53.8%57.3%3.0 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.8%73.6%73.3%1.2 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureTroupState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.5%19.4%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration39.5%39.7%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Troup 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

Troup County Primary Care Provider Ratio Reaches Fifty Per 100,000

Health data brief for Troup County, Georgia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Troup County has 50 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, a figure lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The mental health provider ratio is 188 per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 250 per 100,000. In terms of health outcomes, life expectancy is 72.3 years, which is shorter than the Georgia state average of 73.3 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate stands at 13.8%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 15.0% but higher than the national rate of 10%. Additionally, 20.2% of residents report being in poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Troup 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.

Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center

ER
5/5
(706) 882-1411
1514 Vernon Road, Lagrange, GA 30240
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 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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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.