Neshoba County Health Data
Neshoba County, Mississippi
Health Score
7/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
66.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
15.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
66.5 yr
State avg 70.9 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
15.2%
State avg 13.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
55
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
139
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Neshoba County, Mississippi
Life expectancy lags far behind nation
Neshoba County's 66.5-year life expectancy ranks among the lowest nationally, falling 9.6 years behind the U.S. average of 76.1 years. More than one in four residents (27.6%) report fair or poor health, a rate 53% higher than the national benchmark.
Shortest lifespan in Mississippi analysis
Neshoba residents experience the lowest life expectancy of all eight counties examined, at 66.5 years versus Mississippi's 70.9-year average. The county's 15.2% uninsured rate marginally exceeds the state's 13.9%, adding financial strain to an already vulnerable population.
Health outcomes trail nearby counties
At 66.5 years, Neshoba's life expectancy falls well below neighboring Newton (69.9 years) and Panola (70.5 years). However, the county boasts exceptional mental health capacity at 139 providers per 100,000—nearly double its primary care strength—suggesting targeted mental health investment.
Limited primary care, mental health bright spot
Neshoba has 55 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, yet 15.2% of the population remains uninsured, creating gaps in routine care and disease management. The county's 139 mental health providers per 100,000 is an exceptional strength that reflects significant mental health resources for those with insurance or ability to pay.
Insurance enrollment can extend your life
With one in six residents uninsured, accessing coverage through Mississippi's health marketplace or Medicaid is critical to breaking cycles of delayed care. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore plans—many offer free or low-cost preventive visits that catch disease early.
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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.