Carroll County Health Data

Carroll County, Tennessee

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

25/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.6 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.5%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

35

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

55

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

24.5%

State avg 22.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

14.1

per 100K residentsCDC: 35.2 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

28.1

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 Carroll County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCarrollState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity43.1%39.9%37.6%3.2 pts worse than state
Diabetes12.4%12.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure37.0%37.1%33.5%near state average
Depression31.1%30.8%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCarrollState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking20.7%20.7%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking15.3%15.6%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity28.8%28.4%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCarrollState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.8%75.4%74.9%0.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)50.7%54.4%57.3%3.7 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.0%71.9%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureCarrollState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress21.8%21.7%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration40.6%40.0%37.3%0.6 pts worse than state

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

Primary care provider rates in Carroll County reach 35 per 100K

Health data brief for Carroll County, Tennessee.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

In Carroll County, there are 35 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents. This figure is exactly half the national median of 70 providers per 100,000 people. Regarding mental health, the county reports 55 providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250. Life expectancy in the county is 70.6 years, trailing both the Tennessee state average of 72.4 years and the national average of 77 years. Additionally, 24.5% of residents report being in poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. One area where the county aligns closer to national norms is the uninsured rate, which stands at 9.5%. This is lower than the state average of 11.9% and slightly lower than the national average of 10%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Carroll 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.

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Carroll County

ER
4/5
(731) 986-4461
631 Rb Wilson Dr, Huntingdon, TN 38344
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Carroll County, TN?
Carroll County has a health score of 25/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #49 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 Carroll County?
Life expectancy in Carroll County is 70.6 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making Carroll County below the state average.
How does Carroll County health compare to the Tennessee average?
Carroll County's health score of 25/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 70.6 years vs. the state average of 72.4 years. The uninsured rate is 9.5% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Carroll County?
Key health factors for Carroll County include: life expectancy (70.6 years), uninsured rate (9.5%), and primary care physician access (35:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 55:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Carroll County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 25/100 ("Below Average"), Carroll County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.6 years. 9.5% 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 Carroll County?
Carroll County's health score of 25/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. 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.