Martin County Health Data

Martin County, North Carolina

Health Score

21/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.1 yr

State avg 74.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.6%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

121

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Martin County, North Carolina

Martin County faces health gaps

Life expectancy in Martin County is 71.1 years, nearly 3.4 years below the U.S. average of 74.5 years—a striking gap that reflects deeper health challenges. With 23.3% of residents in poor or fair health, the county sits above the national average of 21%, indicating widespread chronic illness and preventable disease.

Among lowest life expectancy in state

Martin County's 71.1-year life expectancy ranks it in the lower tier of North Carolina counties, trailing the state average by 3.3 years. This gap suggests that residents face compounding barriers—from healthcare access to economic opportunity—that impact how long people live.

Worst outcomes in this region

Martin County's 71.1-year life expectancy is notably lower than Nash County (73.5 years) and McDowell County (74.3 years), making it a health priority area. The county also struggles with primary care access at just 41 providers per 100K, the lowest ratio among its neighbors.

Underinsured and underserved

Martin County's 12.6% uninsured rate is near the state average, but the real challenge is provider scarcity: only 41 primary care doctors per 100K and 121 mental health providers per 100K leave many residents traveling far for care. This geographic and financial isolation makes routine treatment harder to access and affording it tougher without coverage.

Coverage can save your life

More than 1 in 8 Martin County residents lack health insurance, delaying care and driving up emergency room use. Check healthcare.gov or call your local health department to enroll in Medicaid or a marketplace plan—early detection prevents costly crises.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Martin County, NC?
Martin County has a health score of 21/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #89 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 Martin County?
Life expectancy in Martin County is 71.1 years. The North Carolina state average is 74.4 years, making Martin County below the state average.
How does Martin County health compare to the North Carolina average?
Martin County's health score of 21/100 is below the North Carolina average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 71.1 years vs. the state average of 74.4 years. The uninsured rate is 12.6% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Martin County?
Key health factors for Martin County include: life expectancy (71.1 years), uninsured rate (12.6%), and primary care physician access (41:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 121:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Martin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 21/100 ("Below Average"), Martin County faces health challenges compared to other counties in North Carolina. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.1 years. 12.6% 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 Martin County?
Martin County's health score of 21/100 is below the North Carolina average of 41/100. The uninsured rate of 12.6% 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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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.