Tallahatchie County Health Data
Tallahatchie County, Mississippi
Health Score
12/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
71.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
14.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
71.0 yr
State avg 70.9 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
14.1%
State avg 13.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
8
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
51
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi
Tallahatchie County underperforms nationally
Tallahatchie County's 71.0-year life expectancy falls roughly 5 years short of the U.S. average of 76.4 years, reflecting Mississippi's persistent health disadvantage. The county's 28.8% poor or fair health rate nearly doubles the national average of about 15%, indicating widespread chronic disease burden.
Tallahatchie County matches state average life expectancy
At 71.0 years, Tallahatchie County's life expectancy essentially mirrors Mississippi's state average of 70.9 years, placing it in the middle tier of state counties. However, its 28.8% poor or fair health rate ranks among the highest, suggesting below-average health status despite average lifespan.
Low primary care, strong mental health support
Tallahatchie County's 8 primary care providers per 100,000 residents rank among the lowest in this group—comparable to Smith County's 7—but its 51 mental health providers per 100,000 ranks highest overall. This imbalance suggests mental health needs are prioritized locally, but primary care gaps may delay early disease detection.
Uninsured rate near state average masks provider shortage
Tallahatchie County's 14.1% uninsured rate slightly exceeds Mississippi's 13.9% average, affecting roughly 1 in 7 residents, but primary care access remains the bigger barrier at just 8 providers per 100,000. The county's exceptional mental health provider density (51 per 100,000) suggests targeted investment in behavioral health but relative neglect of primary prevention.
Secure insurance, then find your primary care home
With Tallahatchie County's limited primary care options, having insurance is your first step—then start the conversation with county health services about accessing the providers available locally. Visit Healthcare.gov or contact the Mississippi Division of Medicaid to explore coverage that connects you to primary care.
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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.