Jasper County Health Data

Jasper County, Mississippi

Health Score

18/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

69.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

69.6 yr

State avg 70.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

State avg 13.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

18

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

19

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Jasper County, Mississippi

Jasper County life expectancy below national norm

At 69.6 years, Jasper County residents live roughly 6.5 years shorter than the U.S. average of 76.1 years. Yet only 24.6% report poor or fair health, a rate better than the national average seen in many similarly resourced areas.

Jasper trails state average on longevity

At 69.6 years, Jasper County's life expectancy falls 1.3 years below Mississippi's 70.9-year average. The 11.8% uninsured rate is the second-lowest among these eight counties, suggesting better-than-average coverage access.

Rural county with tight provider capacity

Jasper County has just 18 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—a severe shortage—and only 19 mental health providers per 100,000. This lean infrastructure means residents often delay care or seek it elsewhere.

Strong coverage can't fully offset provider gaps

With 11.8% uninsured, Jasper County has good insurance penetration, yet the scarcity of primary and mental health providers limits what insurance can achieve. Rural residents may hold coverage but still struggle to find nearby care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Jasper County, MS?
Jasper County has a health score of 18/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #31 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 Jasper County?
Life expectancy in Jasper County is 69.6 years. The Mississippi state average is 70.9 years, making Jasper County below the state average.
How does Jasper County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Jasper County's health score of 18/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. Life expectancy is 69.6 years vs. the state average of 70.9 years. The uninsured rate is 11.8% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Jasper County?
Key health factors for Jasper County include: life expectancy (69.6 years), uninsured rate (11.8%), and primary care physician access (18:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 19:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Jasper County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 18/100 ("Below Average"), Jasper County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. Residents have a life expectancy of 69.6 years. 11.8% 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 Jasper County?
Jasper County's health score of 18/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. The uninsured rate of 11.8% 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.