Walthall County Health Data

Walthall County, Mississippi

Health Score

10/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.2 yr

State avg 70.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.5%

State avg 13.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

51

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

7

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Walthall County, Mississippi

Walthall County faces a 6-year health gap

Life expectancy in Walthall County stands at 70.2 years—nearly 6 years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. The poor/fair health rate of 25.1% ranks well above the national average of 18%, signaling chronic health challenges across the population.

Below-average health outcomes statewide

Walthall County's life expectancy of 70.2 years trails Mississippi's state average of 70.9 years by 0.7 years. Its poor/fair health rate of 25.1% exceeds the state's typical outcomes, placing it among Mississippi's counties with greater health burdens.

Mental health access is critically limited

Walthall County's 51 primary care providers per 100K exceed Union County's 36, but its mental health provider rate of only 7 per 100K is the lowest among nearby counties. Warren County, by contrast, offers 622 mental health providers per 100K, highlighting a stark regional disparity.

High uninsured rates complicate health access

At 16.5%, Walthall County's uninsured rate ranks among the highest in the region—nearly 3 points above the state average of 13.9%. This coverage gap, combined with limited mental health providers, creates barriers to preventive and specialized care for many residents.

Uninsured? Coverage is within reach

Walthall County residents without insurance can explore Medicaid enrollment or Marketplace plans to reduce costs and access care. Visit healthcare.gov or call the Mississippi Health Advocates at 601-355-4808 to find affordable options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Walthall County, MS?
Walthall County has a health score of 10/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #66 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 Walthall County?
Life expectancy in Walthall County is 70.2 years. The Mississippi state average is 70.9 years, making Walthall County below the state average.
How does Walthall County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Walthall County's health score of 10/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. Life expectancy is 70.2 years vs. the state average of 70.9 years. The uninsured rate is 16.5% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Walthall County?
Key health factors for Walthall County include: life expectancy (70.2 years), uninsured rate (16.5%), and primary care physician access (51:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 7:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Walthall County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 10/100 ("Below Average"), Walthall County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.2 years. 16.5% 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 Walthall County?
Walthall County's health score of 10/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. The uninsured rate of 16.5% 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.