Marion County Health Data

Marion County, Mississippi

Health Score

10/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

68.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

68.9 yr

State avg 70.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.3%

State avg 13.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

37

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

87

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Marion County, Mississippi

Marion County faces health crisis

At 68.9 years, Marion County's life expectancy trails the U.S. average of 76.5 years by 7.6 years—among the lowest in the state. The 26.3% rate of poor or fair health exceeds the national average of 18% by 8 percentage points, indicating widespread chronic disease burden.

Second-lowest life expectancy

Marion County's 68.9-year life expectancy ranks second-worst in Mississippi, falling 2 years below the state average of 70.9. The county's 26.3% poor/fair health rate ranks near the bottom statewide, placing Marion among the state's most vulnerable populations.

Severe provider shortage

Marion County has just 37 primary care providers per 100K residents and critically low mental health capacity of only 87 per 100K—the lowest among all surveyed counties. This near-total absence of behavioral health support leaves residents with few options for mental illness treatment.

Coverage gaps and access barriers

Marion County's 14.3% uninsured rate ranks among the highest in the region and exceeds the state average by 0.4 percentage points. Combined with extreme provider shortages, lack of insurance becomes a critical barrier—many residents cannot find or afford care even when covered.

Get insured and find care

If you're among Marion County's 14% uninsured residents, visiting Healthcare.gov or calling Mississippi Medicaid is urgent. Once covered, work with local health centers to establish care—waiting times are long in this county, so planning ahead is essential.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Marion County, MS?
Marion County has a health score of 10/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #67 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 Marion County?
Life expectancy in Marion County is 68.9 years. The Mississippi state average is 70.9 years, making Marion County below the state average.
How does Marion County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Marion County's health score of 10/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. Life expectancy is 68.9 years vs. the state average of 70.9 years. The uninsured rate is 14.3% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Marion County?
Key health factors for Marion County include: life expectancy (68.9 years), uninsured rate (14.3%), and primary care physician access (37:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 87:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Marion County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 10/100 ("Below Average"), Marion County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. Residents have a life expectancy of 68.9 years. 14.3% 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 Marion County?
Marion County's health score of 10/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. The uninsured rate of 14.3% 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.