Carroll County Health Data
Carroll County, Tennessee
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
Data Story
About Health in Carroll County, Tennessee
Carroll falls short on life expectancy
At 70.6 years, Carroll County residents live nearly 6 years less than the U.S. average of 76.4 years. The county's 24.5% poor or fair health rate exceeds the national average of 17%, signaling higher rates of chronic disease and preventable health challenges. These gaps suggest systemic barriers to wellness that demand attention.
Below Tennessee's health baseline
Carroll's 70.6-year life expectancy trails Tennessee's state average of 72.4 years by 1.8 years, placing it among the lower-performing counties. However, the county's 9.5% uninsured rate beats the state average of 11.9%, meaning more residents have insurance coverage. This paradox suggests that insurance access alone doesn't guarantee good health outcomes.
Struggling compared to peers
Carroll's 70.6-year life expectancy ranks below neighbors like Chester County (72.8 years) and Carter County (72.7 years). Yet Carroll does have slightly better primary care access with 35 providers per 100,000 residents than some neighbors like Carter (30 per 100K). The county faces more work to align its health outcomes with surrounding communities.
Insurance helps, but gaps remain
Carroll's 9.5% uninsured rate is lower than state average, but the county has only 35 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—enough to meet basic needs but not abundant. With mental health providers at 55 per 100K, residents have moderate access to behavioral health support. These resources matter, but geographic spread and transportation barriers likely complicate care access.
Explore your coverage options today
If you're among Carroll's uninsured residents or exploring better coverage, check healthcare.gov or contact the Tennessee Bureau of TennCare for enrollment assistance. Having insurance is a critical step toward preventive care, regular checkups, and early treatment that can extend and improve life. Your health journey starts with access.
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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.