Dyer County Health Data

Dyer County, Tennessee

Health Score

22/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

69.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

69.9 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.6%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

33

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

82

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Dyer County, Tennessee

Life expectancy among nation's lowest

Dyer County residents live to just 69.9 years on average, more than 8 years below the U.S. life expectancy of 78.1 years. With 23.7% reporting poor/fair health, the county faces significant health challenges exceeding the national average of 18%.

Lowest life expectancy in Tennessee group

Dyer County's 69.9-year life expectancy is the lowest among all eight counties examined, falling 2.5 years below Tennessee's state average of 72.4 years. The county represents one of Tennessee's most health-challenged communities.

Limited providers in rural county

Dyer County's 33 primary care providers per 100,000 residents slightly exceeds Dickson County (31) but falls well short of more urban peers like Cumberland County (64). Mental health providers at 82 per 100,000 provide some access but lag significantly behind state leaders.

Low uninsured rate masks access struggles

Despite having the state's lowest uninsured rate at 10.6%, Dyer County still ranks poorly in life expectancy and health outcomes, suggesting provider scarcity is a key barrier. The 33 primary care providers per 100,000 means residents must travel or wait for appointments even when insured.

Coverage is essential in rural context

Dyer County's strong coverage rate (10.6% uninsured) hasn't solved its health crisis, but coverage is still foundational—especially in areas with limited providers. Visit healthcare.gov to ensure you have coverage that connects you to available local and regional healthcare resources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Dyer County, TN?
Dyer County has a health score of 22/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #59 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 Dyer County?
Life expectancy in Dyer County is 69.9 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making Dyer County below the state average.
How does Dyer County health compare to the Tennessee average?
Dyer County's health score of 22/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 69.9 years vs. the state average of 72.4 years. The uninsured rate is 10.6% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Dyer County?
Key health factors for Dyer County include: life expectancy (69.9 years), uninsured rate (10.6%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 82:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Dyer County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 22/100 ("Below Average"), Dyer County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 69.9 years. 10.6% 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 Dyer County?
Dyer County's health score of 22/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. The uninsured rate of 10.6% 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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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.