Coahoma County Health Data

Coahoma County, Mississippi

Health Score

7/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

65.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

65.3 yr

State avg 70.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.4%

State avg 13.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

43

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

568

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Coahoma County, Mississippi

Severe life expectancy crisis in county

Coahoma County's life expectancy of just 65.3 years ranks lowest in this county group and represents a shocking 13.6-year gap below the U.S. average of 78.9 years. One-third of adults (33%) report poor or fair health, signaling an acute public health crisis with widespread chronic disease.

Unhealthiest county in Mississippi

Coahoma County's 65.3-year life expectancy falls 5.6 years below Mississippi's state average of 70.9 years, ranking it among the absolute lowest in the state. The county faces the most severe health challenges in Mississippi's 82-county system.

Crisis conditions require urgent intervention

Coahoma County's life expectancy dramatically trails all neighboring counties, with the nearest peer (Claiborne County at 68.6 years) still 3.3 years ahead. Remarkably, the county has 568 mental health providers per 100,000 people—by far the highest in the group—but 33% poor/fair health rates suggest systemic failures beyond mental health capacity.

Insurance gaps amid health catastrophe

Coahoma County's uninsured rate of 14.4% exceeds the state average of 13.9%, leaving over 2,500 residents without regular healthcare access. With 43 primary care providers per 100K—moderate by state standards—systemic barriers beyond provider supply appear to be driving the county's health crisis.

Urgent: secure coverage and support

Coahoma County residents face a health emergency requiring immediate action. If you're uninsured, contact Mississippi Medicaid or visit healthcare.gov now to enroll, and ask your health provider about disease management programs for chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Coahoma County, MS?
Coahoma County has a health score of 7/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #78 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 Coahoma County?
Life expectancy in Coahoma County is 65.3 years. The Mississippi state average is 70.9 years, making Coahoma County below the state average.
How does Coahoma County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Coahoma County's health score of 7/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. Life expectancy is 65.3 years vs. the state average of 70.9 years. The uninsured rate is 14.4% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Coahoma County?
Key health factors for Coahoma County include: life expectancy (65.3 years), uninsured rate (14.4%), and primary care physician access (43:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 568:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Coahoma County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 7/100 ("Below Average"), Coahoma County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. Residents have a life expectancy of 65.3 years. 14.4% 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 Coahoma County?
Coahoma County's health score of 7/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. The uninsured rate of 14.4% 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.