Harnett County Health Data

Harnett County, North Carolina

Health Score

40/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.5 yr

State avg 74.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

27

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

111

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Harnett County, North Carolina

Harnett slightly below national average

Life expectancy in Harnett County stands at 74.5 years, roughly matching the U.S. average of 74.5 years. However, 19.5% report poor or fair health, slightly above the national average of 18%.

Harnett edges ahead of NC average

At 74.5 years, Harnett's life expectancy slightly exceeds North Carolina's state average of 74.4 years, placing it near the middle of the state's county rankings. The uninsured rate of 11.8% is marginally better than the state's 12.5%.

Primary care access needs improvement

Harnett offers just 27 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—substantially below state norms. With 111 mental health providers per 100,000, mental healthcare is also limited.

11.8% of Harnett residents uninsured

Nearly 1 in 8 Harnett residents lack health insurance, and with fewer primary care providers available, seeking care becomes harder. Many residents travel outside the county for routine medical services.

Coverage matters in rural Harnett

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Harnett County, NC?
Harnett County has a health score of 40/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #49 out of 100 counties in North Carolina (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 Harnett County?
Life expectancy in Harnett County is 74.5 years. The North Carolina state average is 74.4 years, making Harnett County above the state average.
How does Harnett County health compare to the North Carolina average?
Harnett County's health score of 40/100 is below the North Carolina average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 74.5 years vs. the state average of 74.4 years. The uninsured rate is 11.8% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Harnett County?
Key health factors for Harnett County include: life expectancy (74.5 years), uninsured rate (11.8%), and primary care physician access (27:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 111:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Harnett County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 40/100 ("Below Average"), Harnett County faces health challenges compared to other counties in North Carolina. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.5 years. 11.8% 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 Harnett County?
Harnett County's health score of 40/100 is below the North Carolina average of 41/100. The uninsured rate of 11.8% 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.