Jasper County Health Data

Jasper County, Mississippi

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

24.6%

State avg 25.5%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

30.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 18.4 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

18.5

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Jasper County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureJasperState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity45.2%42.8%37.6%2.4 pts worse than state
Diabetes15.2%14.8%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure44.3%43.5%33.5%0.8 pts worse than state
Depression19.3%20.1%24.1%0.8 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureJasperState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.4%19.4%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking13.4%14.1%17.8%0.7 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity38.1%35.8%27.0%2.3 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureJasperState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup80.9%80.0%74.9%0.9 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)7.8%7.9%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)75.7%72.6%73.3%3.1 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureJasperState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.1%18.9%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration39.9%40.0%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Jasper County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Few mental health providers recorded in Jasper County

Health data brief for Jasper County, Mississippi.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

The mental health provider ratio in Jasper County is 19 per 100,000 residents, considerably lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000 people. The county’s life expectancy is 69.6 years, which is lower than both the Mississippi state average of 70.9 years and the national average of 77 years. Roughly 24.6% of the population reports poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate is 11.8%, which is lower than the statewide average of 13.9% but higher than the national average of 10%. Primary care providers are available at a ratio of 18 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70. Explore the CDC County Health Rankings data.

Get Care in Jasper County, Mississippi

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Jasper General Hospital

Not rated by CMS
(601) 764-2101
15 South 6th Street, Bay Springs, MS 39422
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Local

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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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.