Tishomingo County Health Data

Tishomingo County, Mississippi

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

17/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

69.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

69.7 yr

State avg 70.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.6%

State avg 13.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

27

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

114

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

21.2%

State avg 25.5%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

10.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 26.7 per 100K

Dentists

5.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

26.7

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Tishomingo County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureTishomingoState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.4%42.8%37.6%3.4 pts better than state
Diabetes11.9%14.8%11.2%2.9 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure38.2%43.5%33.5%5.3 pts better than state
Depression23.5%20.1%24.1%3.4 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureTishomingoState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.5%19.4%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking16.5%14.1%17.8%2.4 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity33.1%35.8%27.0%2.7 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureTishomingoState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.4%80.0%74.9%2.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)9.4%7.9%57.3%1.5 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)67.0%72.6%73.3%5.6 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureTishomingoState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.2%18.9%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration36.1%40.0%37.3%3.9 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Tishomingo County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Tishomingo County uninsured rate higher than state and national figures

Health data brief for Tishomingo County, Mississippi.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

Tishomingo County reports an uninsured rate of 16.6%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13.9% and the national average of 10%. Life expectancy in the county is 69.7 years, lower than the state average of 70.9 years and the national average of 77 years. About 21.2% of residents report poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. Provider ratios also differ from national medians, with 27 primary care providers and 114 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. The national medians for these categories are 70 and 250 providers per 100,000, respectively. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Tishomingo County, Mississippi

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Tishomingo Health Services Inc

ER
2/5
(662) 423-6051
1777 Curtis Drive, Iuka, MS 38852
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Tishomingo County, MS?
Tishomingo County has a health score of 17/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #37 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 Tishomingo County?
Life expectancy in Tishomingo County is 69.7 years. The Mississippi state average is 70.9 years, making Tishomingo County below the state average.
How does Tishomingo County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Tishomingo County's health score of 17/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. Life expectancy is 69.7 years vs. the state average of 70.9 years. The uninsured rate is 16.6% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Tishomingo County?
Key health factors for Tishomingo County include: life expectancy (69.7 years), uninsured rate (16.6%), and primary care physician access (27:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 114:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Tishomingo County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 17/100 ("Below Average"), Tishomingo County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. Residents have a life expectancy of 69.7 years. 16.6% 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 Tishomingo County?
Tishomingo County's health score of 17/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. The uninsured rate of 16.6% 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.