Blount County Health Data
Blount County, Tennessee
Health Score
46/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
74.8 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.3%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.8 yr
State avg 72.4 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.3%
State avg 11.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
68
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
174
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Blount County, Tennessee
Blount leads the nation on health
At 74.8 years, Blount County's life expectancy is among the strongest in the nation, exceeding the U.S. average of 71.4 years by 3.4 years. With just 18% reporting poor or fair health—below the national average of 21%—Blount residents consistently report better health outcomes than most Americans.
Blount ranks among Tennessee's healthiest
Blount's 74.8-year life expectancy ranks in the top tier of Tennessee counties, well above the state average of 72.4 years. The county's 11.3% uninsured rate also edges below Tennessee's 11.9% average, meaning more residents here have health coverage than typical Tennesseans.
Blount dominates regional health metrics
Among its neighbors, Blount's 74.8-year life expectancy and 18% poor/fair health rate both lead the region, significantly outpacing Campbell County (68.6 years, 23.5% poor/fair). Blount also has the region's strongest provider network: 68 primary care doctors per 100,000 residents.
Strong providers, strong coverage
Blount County residents enjoy exceptional healthcare access: 68 primary care providers and 174 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—among the highest in the measured region. With 11.3% uninsured, over 88% of residents have health coverage, supporting consistent preventive care and health management.
Keep your coverage up to date
While Blount's uninsured rate is relatively low at 11.3%, nearly 1 in 10 residents still lack health insurance. If you're uninsured or considering coverage options, visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore plans available in Blount County.
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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.