Issaquena County Health Data

Issaquena County, Mississippi

Health Score

2/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

22.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

22.9%

State avg 13.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Issaquena County, Mississippi

Issaquena County data reflects extreme isolation

While life expectancy data is unavailable for Issaquena, the 30.1% poor/fair health rate ranks among the highest, approaching rates seen in the state's most stressed communities. The 22.9% uninsured rate is the highest among these eight counties—more than 4 percentage points above state average.

Issaquena's uninsured rate stands out critically

At 22.9%, Issaquena County's uninsured rate is the highest of any county examined here and 9 percentage points above Mississippi's state average of 13.9%. The 30.1% poor/fair health rate suggests residents face significant health challenges.

Rural isolation with minimal documented resources

Primary care and mental health provider data for Issaquena are not available, reflecting either a complete absence or extreme scarcity of documented providers. This rural county likely relies on informal care networks and distant regional health systems.

Coverage crisis compounds isolation challenges

Nearly 1 in 4 Issaquena residents (22.9%) are uninsured—a crisis-level rate that forces delayed or foregone care. The combination of extreme poverty, geographic isolation, and lack of documented healthcare infrastructure creates barriers few residents can overcome.

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Getting insured in Issaquena is critical when local services are scarce—it enables care-seeking beyond county lines. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore Medicaid and marketplace plans; community health centers may offer sliding-scale services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Issaquena County, MS?
Issaquena County has a health score of 2/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #82 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 Issaquena County?
Life expectancy data for Issaquena County is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does Issaquena County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Issaquena County's health score of 2/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. The uninsured rate is 22.9% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Issaquena County?
Key health factors for Issaquena County include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (22.9%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Issaquena County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 2/100 ("Below Average"), Issaquena County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. 22.9% 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 Issaquena County?
Issaquena County's health score of 2/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. The uninsured rate of 22.9% 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.