Wilkinson County Health Data

Wilkinson County, Mississippi

Health Score

11/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

68.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

68.6 yr

State avg 70.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.8%

State avg 13.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

36

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

37

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Wilkinson County, Mississippi

Wilkinson County shows highest health burden

Wilkinson County's life expectancy of 68.6 years trails the U.S. average of 76.4 years by 7.8 years. At 29.4%, its poor/fair health rate is the highest among all peer counties and far exceeds the national average of 18%, reflecting the most severe population health challenges.

Among Mississippi's least healthy counties

Wilkinson County's life expectancy of 68.6 years ranks among the lowest statewide—2.3 years below Mississippi's state average of 70.9 years. Its poor/fair health rate of 29.4% is the worst in the peer group and ranks among the state's highest.

Lowest life expectancy with sparse providers

Wilkinson County's 68.6-year life expectancy is the lowest among all neighboring counties except Washington County (66.9 years). With 36 primary care and 37 mental health providers per 100K, Wilkinson offers limited capacity compared to Warren County's robust provider network.

Low uninsured rate masks access challenges

Despite a relatively low uninsured rate of 12.8%—below the state average of 13.9%—Wilkinson County residents face sparse provider networks and poor health outcomes. The disconnect suggests that coverage alone isn't enough without also addressing provider supply and health infrastructure.

Coverage is necessary, not sufficient

Wilkinson County residents need both insurance and access to local providers to improve health outcomes. If uninsured, visit healthcare.gov today; if insured, work with your provider to address chronic conditions and preventive care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Wilkinson County, MS?
Wilkinson County has a health score of 11/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #61 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 Wilkinson County?
Life expectancy in Wilkinson County is 68.6 years. The Mississippi state average is 70.9 years, making Wilkinson County below the state average.
How does Wilkinson County health compare to the Mississippi average?
Wilkinson County's health score of 11/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. Life expectancy is 68.6 years vs. the state average of 70.9 years. The uninsured rate is 12.8% vs. 13.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Wilkinson County?
Key health factors for Wilkinson County include: life expectancy (68.6 years), uninsured rate (12.8%), and primary care physician access (36:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 37:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Wilkinson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 11/100 ("Below Average"), Wilkinson County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Mississippi. Residents have a life expectancy of 68.6 years. 12.8% 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 Wilkinson County?
Wilkinson County's health score of 11/100 is below the Mississippi average of 18/100. The uninsured rate of 12.8% 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.