Spartanburg County Health Data

Spartanburg County, South Carolina

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

46/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

State avg 72.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.3%

State avg 11.6%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

62

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

151

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.3%

State avg 20.1%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

19.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 61.9 per 100K

Dentists

4.4

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

7.4

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 Spartanburg County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSpartanburgState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.9%39.2%37.6%1.3 pts better than state
Diabetes12.1%13.5%11.2%1.4 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure35.5%37.3%33.5%1.8 pts better than state
Depression24.6%23.1%24.1%1.5 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureSpartanburgState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.4%16.0%16.3%1.6 pts better than state
Binge Drinking16.7%16.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity26.8%28.5%27.0%1.7 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSpartanburgState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.6%79.1%74.9%1.5 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)61.2%57.4%57.3%3.8 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)79.8%76.0%73.3%3.8 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureSpartanburgState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.9%18.6%18.6%0.7 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration38.5%39.1%37.3%0.6 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Spartanburg 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

Spartanburg County mental health provider ratio trails national median

Health data brief for Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Spartanburg County has a mental health provider ratio of 151 per 100,000 residents, which is notably lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. For primary care, the county reports 62 providers per 100,000, which is closer to the national median of 70. Life expectancy in the county is 73.8 years, higher than the South Carolina state average of 72.5 years but lower than the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate for the county is 12.3%, which is higher than the state average of 11.6% and the national rate of 10%. Furthermore, 16.3% of residents report poor or fair health, a figure slightly lower than the national average of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Spartanburg 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.

Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital

ER
5/5
(864) 848-8200
1413 John B White Sr Blvd Suite D, Spartanburg, SC 29306
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Spartanburg Medical Center

ER
2/5
(864) 560-6554
101 E Wood St, Spartanburg, SC 29303
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

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 Spartanburg County, SC?
Spartanburg County has a health score of 46/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #11 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 Spartanburg County?
Life expectancy in Spartanburg County is 73.8 years. The South Carolina state average is 72.5 years, making Spartanburg County above the state average.
How does Spartanburg County health compare to the South Carolina average?
Spartanburg County's health score of 46/100 is above the South Carolina average of 36/100. Life expectancy is 73.8 years vs. the state average of 72.5 years. The uninsured rate is 12.3% vs. 11.6% statewide.
What health factors affect Spartanburg County?
Key health factors for Spartanburg County include: life expectancy (73.8 years), uninsured rate (12.3%), and primary care physician access (62:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 151:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Spartanburg County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 46/100 ("Below Average"), Spartanburg County faces health challenges compared to other counties in South Carolina. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.8 years. 12.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Spartanburg County healthier than the South Carolina average?
Spartanburg County's health score of 46/100 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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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.