Alcorn County Health Data

Alcorn County, Mississippi

Health Score

23/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.2 yr

State avg 70.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.9%

State avg 13.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

44

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

322

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Alcorn County, Mississippi

Alcorn's health outcomes exceed state norms

Alcorn County's life expectancy of 72.2 years runs nearly 5 years below the U.S. average of 77.3 years, but it's among Mississippi's stronger performers. Just 22% of adults report poor or fair health—the lowest rate among our eight-county sample—suggesting better chronic disease management.

Top tier health outcomes in Mississippi

At 72.2 years, Alcorn County's life expectancy ranks above the state average of 70.9 years and ties for the highest in this region. The county's 22% poor/fair health rate also represents one of the best health status indicators statewide.

Alcorn leads regional health rankings

Alcorn County's 72.2-year life expectancy outpaces all neighboring counties except Carroll County (72.0 years). Its 22% poor/fair health rate is significantly better than Amite County (27%), Calhoun County (27.5%), and Carroll County (28.7%).

Mental health resources compensate for primary care gaps

Alcorn County has just 44 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—below state levels—but offers 322 mental health providers per 100,000, the highest concentration in the region. With 13.9% uninsured, the county matches the state average, meaning access barriers exist but are narrower than in neighboring counties.

Maintain coverage to protect your health gains

Even at Alcorn County's state-matching 13.9% uninsured rate, those without coverage should explore Mississippi's Health Marketplace to sustain preventive care access. Keeping continuous coverage supports the routine checkups that have helped Alcorn achieve above-average life expectancy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Alcorn County, MS?
Alcorn County has a health score of 23/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #22 out of 82 counties in Mississippi (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 Alcorn County?
Life expectancy in Alcorn County is 72.2 years. The Mississippi state average is 70.9 years, making Alcorn County above the state average.
How does Alcorn County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Alcorn County's health score of 23/100 is above the Mississippi average of 18/100. Life expectancy is 72.2 years vs. the state average of 70.9 years. The uninsured rate is 13.9% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Alcorn County?
Key health factors for Alcorn County include: life expectancy (72.2 years), uninsured rate (13.9%), and primary care physician access (44:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 322:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Alcorn County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 23/100 ("Below Average"), Alcorn County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.2 years. 13.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Alcorn County healthier than the Mississippi average?
Alcorn County's health score of 23/100 exceeds the Mississippi average of 18/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.