Anderson County Health Data

Anderson County, Tennessee

Health Score

40/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.6 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.8%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

50

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

118

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Anderson County, Tennessee

Anderson's life expectancy edges ahead

At 72.6 years, Anderson County residents live slightly longer than the U.S. average of 71.4 years—a modest but meaningful advantage. The county's 18.3% poor/fair health rate is also better than the national average of 21%, suggesting residents report better day-to-day health compared to most Americans.

Anderson leads Tennessee on longevity

Anderson's 72.6-year life expectancy ranks above Tennessee's state average of 72.4 years, placing it in the healthier half of the state's 95 counties. With an uninsured rate of 10.8%, the county also beats the state average of 11.9%, meaning more residents have health coverage than most Tennesseans.

Anderson outpaces regional peers

Among its neighbors, Anderson's life expectancy of 72.6 years exceeds both Campbell County (68.6 years) and Cannon County (71.3 years), reflecting stronger overall health outcomes in the region. The county also offers better provider access, with 50 primary care doctors per 100,000 residents compared to Campbell's 35.

Good access, though gaps remain

Anderson has one of the stronger provider networks in its region, with 50 primary care providers and 118 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. However, 1 in 10 residents still lack health insurance, meaning thousands of Anderson County residents skip preventive care due to cost concerns.

Check your coverage options today

Even with Anderson's relatively low uninsured rate, 10.8% of residents remain without coverage. If you're one of them, visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore Marketplace plans, Medicaid, or employer options available in your county.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Anderson County, TN?
Anderson County has a health score of 40/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #15 out of 95 counties in Tennessee (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 Anderson County?
Life expectancy in Anderson County is 72.6 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making Anderson County above the state average.
How does Anderson County health compare to the Tennessee average?
Anderson County's health score of 40/100 is above the Tennessee average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 72.6 years vs. the state average of 72.4 years. The uninsured rate is 10.8% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Anderson County?
Key health factors for Anderson County include: life expectancy (72.6 years), uninsured rate (10.8%), and primary care physician access (50:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 118:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Anderson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 40/100 ("Below Average"), Anderson County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.6 years. 10.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Anderson County healthier than the Tennessee average?
Anderson County's health score of 40/100 exceeds the Tennessee average of 29/100. 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.