Jones County Health Data

Jones County, Mississippi

Health Score

25/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.5 yr

State avg 70.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.2%

State avg 13.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

49

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

171

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Jones County, Mississippi

Jones County beats state on life expectancy

Jones County residents average 71.5 years of life, surpassing Mississippi's state average of 70.9 years and narrowing the gap with the U.S. average of 76.1 years. Only 20.8% report poor or fair health, the lowest rate among the eight counties profiled here and well below the national average of 18%.

Strong health rankings within Mississippi

Jones County is among Mississippi's healthier counties, with life expectancy above the state mean and relatively low rates of poor health reports. The 13.2% uninsured rate is slightly better than Mississippi's average of 13.9%, suggesting stronger insurance coverage in the county.

Outperforms most regional peers

Jones County residents live longer than Jefferson Davis (71.0 years), Lawrence (70.3), and Leake (71.2) counties, though still lag behind Lamar (77.2) and Kemper (75.7 years). The county also has 49 primary care providers per 100K—among the best in the region and double the availability in Lawrence County.

Better access, strong mental health coverage

Jones County boasts 49 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 171 mental health providers, making it a regional leader in healthcare access. With just 13.2% uninsured, most residents can more easily schedule appointments and receive ongoing care.

Make sure you stay covered and healthy

Jones County's strong healthcare infrastructure means enrollment is your best next step—check your Medicaid eligibility, marketplace plans, or employer coverage today. Staying insured ensures you can take full advantage of the doctors and services available in your county.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Jones County, MS?
Jones County has a health score of 25/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #18 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 Jones County?
Life expectancy in Jones County is 71.5 years. The Mississippi state average is 70.9 years, making Jones County above the state average.
How does Jones County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Jones County's health score of 25/100 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 13.2% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Jones County?
Key health factors for Jones County include: life expectancy (71.5 years), uninsured rate (13.2%), and primary care physician access (49:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 171:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Jones County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 25/100 ("Below Average"), Jones County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.5 years. 13.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Jones County healthier than the Mississippi average?
Jones County's health score of 25/100 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.

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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.