Tate County Health Data

Tate County, Mississippi

Health Score

20/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.8 yr

State avg 70.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.4%

State avg 13.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

25

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Tate County, Mississippi

Tate County lags far behind national health norms

Tate County's 70.8-year life expectancy trails the U.S. average of 76.4 years by nearly 5.5 years, consistent with Mississippi's broader health disadvantage. The 22.7% poor or fair health rate runs well above the national average of roughly 15%, pointing to significant chronic disease prevalence.

Tate County slightly below Mississippi average

At 70.8 years, Tate County's life expectancy falls just below Mississippi's state average of 70.9 years, placing it in the lower-middle tier of state counties. Its 22.7% poor or fair health rate ranks in the upper half of concern among Mississippi counties, though below the most distressed areas.

Moderate provider access among peer counties

Tate County's 25 primary care providers per 100,000 residents ranks mid-range compared to peers—better than Smith County (7 per 100,000) but less than Stone County (32 per 100,000). With 46 mental health providers per 100,000, Tate County offers stronger behavioral health support than primary care capacity.

Nearly matched insurance, decent provider balance

Tate County's 13.4% uninsured rate nearly matches Mississippi's 13.9% state average, meaning most residents have coverage to access care. With 25 primary care and 46 mental health providers per 100,000, Tate County offers reasonably balanced healthcare capacity, though rates still reflect significant underlying health needs.

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If you're among Tate County's 13.4% uninsured residents, getting coverage through Mississippi's marketplace or Medicaid unlocks access to the 25 primary care providers and 46 mental health specialists available locally. Visit Healthcare.gov today to compare plans and enroll.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Tate County, MS?
Tate County has a health score of 20/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #26 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 Tate County?
Life expectancy in Tate County is 70.8 years. The Mississippi state average is 70.9 years, making Tate County below the state average.
How does Tate County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Tate County's health score of 20/100 is above the Mississippi average of 18/100. Life expectancy is 70.8 years vs. the state average of 70.9 years. The uninsured rate is 13.4% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Tate County?
Key health factors for Tate County include: life expectancy (70.8 years), uninsured rate (13.4%), and primary care physician access (25:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 46:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Tate County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 20/100 ("Below Average"), Tate County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.8 years. 13.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Tate County healthier than the Mississippi average?
Tate County's health score of 20/100 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. Tate County has better primary care access (25:1 ratio) than the state average (39:1).

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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.