Hampton County Health Data

Hampton County, South Carolina

Health Score

15/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.3 yr

State avg 72.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.4%

State avg 11.6%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

33

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

127

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hampton County, South Carolina

Hampton's health gap widens nationally

At 70.3 years, Hampton County residents live nearly 6 years less than the U.S. average of 76.1 years—a significant gap that reflects deeper health challenges. Nearly 1 in 4 residents (24.9%) report poor or fair health, well above the national rate of 16%, signaling widespread chronic illness and limited wellness access.

Lowest life expectancy in South Carolina

Hampton ranks at the bottom of South Carolina counties for life expectancy, trailing the state average of 72.5 years by 2.2 years. The county's poor/fair health rate of 24.9% is among the worst statewide, indicating urgent need for preventive care expansion and disease management.

Compared to Jasper and Laurens

Hampton's life expectancy of 70.3 years lags neighboring Jasper (74.1) by nearly 4 years, and Laurens (71.5) by 1.2 years. With 33 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Hampton has more access than Jasper (23) but faces higher unmet health needs overall.

Coverage gaps affect one in eight

Hampton's uninsured rate of 13.4% exceeds the state average of 11.6%, leaving roughly 3,000 residents without health protection. Primary care is limited at 33 providers per 100,000, and mental health capacity (127 per 100,000) strains under demand from residents managing chronic stress and poverty-related illness.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hampton County, SC?
Hampton County has a health score of 15/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #41 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 Hampton County?
Life expectancy in Hampton County is 70.3 years. The South Carolina state average is 72.5 years, making Hampton County below the state average.
How does Hampton County health compare to the South Carolina average?
Hampton County's health score of 15/100 is below the South Carolina average of 36/100. Life expectancy is 70.3 years vs. the state average of 72.5 years. The uninsured rate is 13.4% vs. 11.6% statewide.
What health factors affect Hampton County?
Key health factors for Hampton County include: life expectancy (70.3 years), uninsured rate (13.4%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 127:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hampton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 15/100 ("Below Average"), Hampton County faces health challenges compared to other counties in South Carolina. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.3 years. 13.4% 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 Hampton County?
Hampton County's health score of 15/100 is below the South Carolina average of 36/100. The uninsured rate of 13.4% 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.