Union County Health Data

Union County, Mississippi

Health Score

30/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.4 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

36

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

42

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Union County, Mississippi

Union County lives above the national average

At 73.4 years, Union County's life expectancy outpaces the U.S. average of 76.4 years by nearly 3 years, placing it among Mississippi's healthier communities. About 21.1% of residents report poor or fair health, compared to the national rate of roughly 18%.

A bright spot in Mississippi's health landscape

Union County ranks well within Mississippi, with life expectancy of 73.4 years—nearly 2.5 years above the state average of 70.9 years. Its poor/fair health rate of 21.1% is also below the state's typical range, reflecting healthier outcomes across the population.

Leading nearby counties in longevity

Union County's 73.4-year life expectancy edges out Webster County (69.0 years) and Walthall County (70.2 years), though it trails Warren County's 70.9 years. On primary care access, Union County provides 36 providers per 100K residents, similar to Wilkinson County but fewer than Warren's 67 per 100K.

Healthcare access mostly stable, insurance gap modest

Union County's uninsured rate of 13.4% sits just below the state average of 13.9%, meaning most residents have some coverage. With 36 primary care and 42 mental health providers per 100K, access is workable but mental health support remains limited compared to larger regional centers.

Check your coverage options today

If you're among Union County's uninsured residents, the Marketplace and Medicaid expansion offer affordable paths to coverage. Contact the Mississippi Health Advocates or visit healthcare.gov to explore plans that fit your family's needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Union County, MS?
Union County has a health score of 30/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #13 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 Union County?
Life expectancy in Union County is 73.4 years. The Mississippi state average is 70.9 years, making Union County above the state average.
How does Union County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Union County's health score of 30/100 is above the Mississippi average of 18/100. Life expectancy is 73.4 years vs. the state average of 70.9 years. The uninsured rate is 13.4% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Union County?
Key health factors for Union County include: life expectancy (73.4 years), uninsured rate (13.4%), and primary care physician access (36:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 42:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Union County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 30/100 ("Below Average"), Union County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.4 years. 13.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Union County healthier than the Mississippi average?
Union County's health score of 30/100 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. Union County has better primary care access (36:1 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.