Greenville County Health Data

Greenville County, South Carolina

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

66/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.1 yr

State avg 72.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

State avg 11.6%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

112

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

311

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

12.9%

State avg 20.1%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

19.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 111.6 per 100K

Dentists

4.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

11.0

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Greenville County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGreenvilleState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity32.5%39.2%37.6%6.7 pts better than state
Diabetes10.7%13.5%11.2%2.8 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure32.6%37.3%33.5%4.7 pts better than state
Depression22.3%23.1%24.1%0.8 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGreenvilleState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking11.5%16.0%16.3%4.5 pts better than state
Binge Drinking16.7%16.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity22.5%28.5%27.0%6.0 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGreenvilleState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.4%79.1%74.9%1.7 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)68.5%57.4%57.3%11.1 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)80.5%76.0%73.3%4.5 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureGreenvilleState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.8%18.6%18.6%1.8 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration32.6%39.1%37.3%6.5 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Greenville County nationally on dental visit (past year).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Greenville County Health Self-Assessments More Positive Than National Average

Health data brief for Greenville County, South Carolina.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

Greenville County residents report a poor or fair health rate of 12.9%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 17%. This indicator is accompanied by high provider ratios, including 112 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, well above the national median of 70. Mental health provider availability is also higher than national norms, with 311 providers per 100,000 people compared to the national median of 250. The county's life expectancy is 76.1 years, which is higher than the South Carolina average of 72.5 years but slightly below the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate stands at 10.4%, lower than the state average of 11.6% but slightly above the national average of 10%. Explore state-level data for South Carolina.

Get Care in Greenville County, South Carolina

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Pelham Medical Center

ER
5/5
(864) 560-6554
250 Westmoreland Road, Greer, SC 29651
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

St Francis-downtown

ER
4/5
(800) 805-5678
One St Francis Dr, Greenville, SC 29601
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Prisma Health Hillcrest Hospital

ER
4/5
(864) 454-6100
741 South East Main Street, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Greenville County, SC?
Greenville County has a health score of 66/100, rated "Average." It ranks #4 out of 46 counties in South 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 Greenville County?
Life expectancy in Greenville County is 76.1 years. The South Carolina state average is 72.5 years, making Greenville County above the state average.
How does Greenville County health compare to the South Carolina average?
Greenville County's health score of 66/100 is above the South Carolina average of 36/100. Life expectancy is 76.1 years vs. the state average of 72.5 years. The uninsured rate is 10.4% vs. 11.6% statewide.
What health factors affect Greenville County?
Key health factors for Greenville County include: life expectancy (76.1 years), uninsured rate (10.4%), and primary care physician access (112:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 311:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Greenville County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 66/100 ("Average"), Greenville County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in South Carolina. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.1 years. 10.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Greenville County healthier than the South Carolina average?
Greenville County's health score of 66/100 exceeds the South Carolina average of 36/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.