Clarke County Health Data

Clarke County, Mississippi

Health Score

21/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.5 yr

State avg 70.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.3%

State avg 13.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

20

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

53

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Clarke County, Mississippi

Life expectancy gap persists despite state parity

Clarke County's life expectancy of 71.5 years exceeds Mississippi's average but lags the U.S. average of 78.9 years by more than 7 years. About 23% of adults report poor or fair health, slightly better than state average but reflecting ongoing chronic disease challenges.

Slightly outperforms state health averages

Clarke County's 71.5-year life expectancy edges above Mississippi's state average of 70.9 years, placing the county in the upper-middle tier of Mississippi's 82 counties. The county performs approximately at state median for overall health outcomes.

Mid-range performance in regional comparison

Clarke County's life expectancy falls between Copiah County (70.7 years) and Choctaw County (73.8 years) among nearby counties. Primary care access at 20 per 100K is limited, ranking among the lower tier in this group, while mental health providers at 53 per 100K provide moderate support.

Coverage rates near state average

Clarke County's uninsured rate of 13.3% closely mirrors the state average of 13.9%, meaning roughly 1 in 8 residents lack health insurance. With only 20 primary care providers per 100,000 people, residents may face geographic or availability challenges in accessing routine preventive care.

Bridge the insurance gap in Clarke County

If you're among Clarke County's uninsured residents, health coverage is within reach through Medicaid or ACA marketplace plans. Visit your local county health department or healthcare.gov to find affordable options and connect with enrollment assistance programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Clarke County, MS?
Clarke County has a health score of 21/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #23 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 Clarke County?
Life expectancy in Clarke County is 71.5 years. The Mississippi state average is 70.9 years, making Clarke County above the state average.
How does Clarke County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Clarke County's health score of 21/100 is above the Mississippi average of 18/100. Life expectancy is 71.5 years vs. the state average of 70.9 years. The uninsured rate is 13.3% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Clarke County?
Key health factors for Clarke County include: life expectancy (71.5 years), uninsured rate (13.3%), and primary care physician access (20:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 53:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Clarke County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 21/100 ("Below Average"), Clarke County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.5 years. 13.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Clarke County healthier than the Mississippi average?
Clarke County's health score of 21/100 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. Clarke County has better primary care access (20:1 ratio) than the state average (39:1).

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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.