Tippah County Health Data

Tippah County, Mississippi

Health Score

14/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.5 yr

State avg 70.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.9%

State avg 13.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

9

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

132

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Tippah County, Mississippi

Tippah County's life expectancy trails U.S. average

Tippah County's 71.5-year life expectancy falls roughly 4.9 years short of the U.S. average of 76.4 years, reflecting Mississippi's statewide health disadvantage. The county's 23.9% poor or fair health rate significantly exceeds the national average of about 15%, indicating substantial chronic disease burden.

Tippah County exceeds state average life expectancy

At 71.5 years, Tippah County's life expectancy ranks above Mississippi's state average of 70.9 years, placing it among the healthier counties in the state. However, its 23.9% poor or fair health rate remains notably elevated compared to healthier regions nationally.

Outstanding mental health, limited primary care

Tippah County's 132 mental health providers per 100,000 residents dramatically exceed all peer counties—nearly triple the next closest—yet its 9 primary care providers per 100,000 rank second-lowest overall. This extreme specialization toward behavioral health may reflect local needs or provider distribution patterns that leave primary care gaps.

Highest uninsured rate limits access despite provider density

Tippah County's 16.9% uninsured rate ranks highest among all eight counties—nearly 1 in 6 residents lack health coverage—making access to even its abundant mental health providers challenging. The contrast between exceptional mental health capacity (132 per 100,000) and minimal primary care (9 per 100,000) means most residents travel far for routine preventive care.

Reduce uninsured rate, unlock mental health access

With Tippah County's 16.9% uninsured rate—the highest in this group—getting covered is critical to accessing the county's exceptional mental health resources. Visit Healthcare.gov or call the Mississippi Division of Medicaid at 1-888-615-1899 to explore low-cost options and close the coverage gap.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Tippah County, MS?
Tippah County has a health score of 14/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #44 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 Tippah County?
Life expectancy in Tippah County is 71.5 years. The Mississippi state average is 70.9 years, making Tippah County above the state average.
How does Tippah County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Tippah County's health score of 14/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. Life expectancy is 71.5 years vs. the state average of 70.9 years. The uninsured rate is 16.9% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Tippah County?
Key health factors for Tippah County include: life expectancy (71.5 years), uninsured rate (16.9%), and primary care physician access (9:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 132:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Tippah County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 14/100 ("Below Average"), Tippah County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.5 years. 16.9% 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 Tippah County?
Tippah County's health score of 14/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. The uninsured rate of 16.9% 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.