Quitman County Health Data

Quitman County, Mississippi

Health Score

6/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

66.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

66.9 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

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

36

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Quitman County, Mississippi

Quitman faces steep health challenges

Quitman County residents have a life expectancy of just 66.9 years—nearly 7.6 years below the U.S. average of 74.5 years. With 31.9% of adults in poor or fair health, Quitman suffers one of the most acute health crises in the nation, far exceeding the national poor health rate of 18%.

Quitman's health ranks critically low

At 66.9 years, Quitman County's life expectancy ranks among Mississippi's worst, trailing the state average of 70.9 years by 4 full years. The 31.9% poor/fair health rate places Quitman in a crisis category, indicating severe, persistent health emergencies across the population.

Hardest-hit county in the region

Quitman's 66.9-year life expectancy is the lowest in the surveyed region, trailing even Sharkey County (66.7) and vastly behind Pontotoc (72.7). Its 31.9% poor health rate represents the most acute community health burden, signaling urgent need for intervention and resources.

Healthcare desert with rising uninsured rates

Quitman County's 15.2% uninsured rate exceeds the state average and leaves vulnerable residents without safety-net care. Primary care provider data is not available, but with only 36 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, behavioral health support is severely limited in a county facing intense health crises.

Insurance access is urgent here

With 15.2% uninsured and acute health challenges across Quitman, finding affordable coverage is a matter of health and survival. Contact your local health department or visit healthcare.gov immediately to enroll in coverage—programs like Medicaid may cover you at no cost.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Quitman County, MS?
Quitman County has a health score of 6/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #80 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 Quitman County?
Life expectancy in Quitman County is 66.9 years. The Mississippi state average is 70.9 years, making Quitman County below the state average.
How does Quitman County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Quitman County's health score of 6/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. Life expectancy is 66.9 years vs. the state average of 70.9 years. The uninsured rate is 15.2% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Quitman County?
Key health factors for Quitman County include: life expectancy (66.9 years), uninsured rate (15.2%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 36:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Quitman County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 6/100 ("Below Average"), Quitman County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. Residents have a life expectancy of 66.9 years. 15.2% 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 Quitman County?
Quitman County's health score of 6/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. The uninsured rate of 15.2% 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.