Campbell County Health Data

Campbell County, Tennessee

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

18/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

68.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

68.6 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.2%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

35

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

60

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

23.5%

State avg 22.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

30.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 35.4 per 100K

Dentists

2.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

7.6

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 Campbell County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCampbellState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity42.2%39.9%37.6%2.3 pts worse than state
Diabetes12.6%12.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure37.5%37.1%33.5%near state average
Depression32.5%30.8%24.1%1.7 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCampbellState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking23.2%20.7%16.3%2.5 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking15.7%15.6%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity30.4%28.4%27.0%2.0 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCampbellState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.6%75.4%74.9%0.8 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)52.5%54.4%57.3%1.9 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)71.2%71.9%73.3%0.7 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureCampbellState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress23.4%21.7%18.6%1.7 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration38.6%40.0%37.3%1.4 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Campbell County nationally on current cigarette smoking.

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

Data Story

Campbell County Life Expectancy Ranks Significantly Low

Health data brief for Campbell County, Tennessee.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Campbell County is 68.6 years, which is more than eight years shorter than the national average of 77 years and nearly four years shorter than the Tennessee state average of 72.4 years. The county also reports a poor or fair health rate of 23.5%, exceeding the national average of 17%. Regarding health coverage, the uninsured rate is 12.2%, which is higher than the state average of 11.9% and the national average of 10%. Clinical data shows 35 primary care providers and 60 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, both of which are below the national medians of 70 and 250, respectively. These statistics represent the current data on health outcomes and resource availability in the county. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Campbell County, Tennessee

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.

Lafollette Medical Center

ER
3/5
(423) 907-1200
923 East Central Avenue, La Follette, TN 37766
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Church

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 Campbell County, TN?
Campbell County has a health score of 18/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #79 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 Campbell County?
Life expectancy in Campbell County is 68.6 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making Campbell County below the state average.
How does Campbell County health compare to the Tennessee average?
Campbell County's health score of 18/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 68.6 years vs. the state average of 72.4 years. The uninsured rate is 12.2% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Campbell County?
Key health factors for Campbell County include: life expectancy (68.6 years), uninsured rate (12.2%), and primary care physician access (35:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 60:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Campbell County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 18/100 ("Below Average"), Campbell County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 68.6 years. 12.2% 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 Campbell County?
Campbell County's health score of 18/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. The uninsured rate of 12.2% 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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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.