Scotland County Health Data
Scotland County, North Carolina
Health Score
18/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
69.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
69.5 yr
State avg 74.4 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.1%
State avg 12.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
58
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
221
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Scotland County, North Carolina
Scotland faces the deepest health gaps
At 69.5 years, Scotland's life expectancy is nearly 8 years below the U.S. average of 77.4 years—the lowest in this county cohort. More than one in four residents report poor or fair health, the highest rate in the group.
Significant health burden below state average
Scotland's 69.5-year life expectancy falls 4.9 years short of North Carolina's state average of 74.4 years. Despite an uninsured rate of 11.1%—slightly below the state's 12.5%—health outcomes remain severely challenged.
Poorest health in the surrounding region
At 69.5 years, Scotland's life expectancy significantly trails all peers: Rutherford (71.9), Sampson (72.7), Stokes (73.7), Surry (73.7), Stanly (74.1), Swain (67.3 is lower but much smaller), and Transylvania (79.1). The county offers strong primary care density at 58 per 100,000, yet disparities persist.
Provider access strong, outcomes concerning
Scotland provides 58 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and robust mental health support at 221 per 100,000—resources that should enable good care. Yet one in four residents still report poor health, suggesting barriers beyond simple access.
Insurance is your foundation for better health
With 11.1% uninsured, coverage gaps remain despite strong provider numbers. Ensure you're enrolled in a health plan—whether through Medicaid, marketplace options, or employer coverage—to translate available providers into actual care.
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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.