Upson County Health Data

Upson County, Georgia

Health Score

17/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.4 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

51

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

39

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Upson County, Georgia

Upson lags behind on life expectancy

At 70.4 years, Upson County residents live nearly 6 years less than the U.S. average of 76.1 years. Nearly a quarter of the county (23.3%) report poor or fair health, a sign that chronic conditions and preventable diseases weigh heavily on the community.

Below Georgia's health baseline

Upson's life expectancy of 70.4 years trails Georgia's state average of 73.3 years by 2.9 years. The county ranks among the lower-performing counties statewide on health outcomes, suggesting systemic barriers to care and wellness.

Upson faces steeper health challenges

Upson's 70.4-year life expectancy ranks lower than nearby Walker County (73.3) and Walton County (74.7), though it has more primary care providers at 51 per 100K compared to Walker's 19. The uninsured rate of 14.1% mirrors the state average, but underlying health disparities suggest access alone isn't solving the problem.

Healthcare reality in Upson County

One in seven Upson residents (14.1%) lack health insurance, putting them at risk for catastrophic medical debt and delayed care. With 51 primary care providers per 100K population, Upson has decent medical infrastructure, but 39 mental health providers per 100K may strain behavioral health access.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Upson County, GA?
Upson County has a health score of 17/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #117 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 Upson County?
Life expectancy in Upson County is 70.4 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Upson County below the state average.
How does Upson County health compare to the Georgia average?
Upson County's health score of 17/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 70.4 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 14.1% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Upson County?
Key health factors for Upson County include: life expectancy (70.4 years), uninsured rate (14.1%), and primary care physician access (51:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 39:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Upson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 17/100 ("Below Average"), Upson County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.4 years. 14.1% 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 Upson County?
Upson County's health score of 17/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 14.1% 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.