Grundy County Health Data

Grundy County, Tennessee

Health Score

18/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

69.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

69.7 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.7%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

57

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Grundy County, Tennessee

Grundy struggles with life expectancy

Grundy County's life expectancy of 69.7 years is among the lowest in Tennessee, falling 6.3 years below the U.S. average of 76 years. The county's poor or fair health rate of 22.6% adds to evidence of population health strain.

One of Tennessee's most challenged counties

At 69.7 years, Grundy County has the lowest life expectancy of the eight counties profiled, falling 2.7 years below Tennessee's 72.4-year average. The uninsured rate of 13.7% is the highest in this group, exceeding the state average of 11.9%.

Lowest life expectancy among regional peers

Grundy County's 69.7-year life expectancy is the lowest in its immediate region, trailing even Fentress County (70.1 years) and Gibson County (70.3 years). Data on primary care providers is unavailable, but the 57 mental health providers per 100,000 suggest some behavioral health infrastructure exists.

High uninsured rate masks deeper access gaps

Grundy County's 13.7% uninsured rate is the highest among these counties, placing thousands without basic coverage and limiting their ability to access care. While 57 mental health providers per 100,000 residents indicate behavioral health resources, complete provider access data unavailability suggests potential staffing and infrastructure challenges.

Coverage is critical for Grundy

With 13.7% of residents uninsured—highest in this group—Grundy County must prioritize enrollment in healthcare plans available through healthcare.gov and Medicaid. Every uninsured resident represents a barrier to the health improvements the county urgently needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Grundy County, TN?
Grundy County has a health score of 18/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #83 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 Grundy County?
Life expectancy in Grundy County is 69.7 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making Grundy County below the state average.
How does Grundy County health compare to the Tennessee average?
Grundy County's health score of 18/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 69.7 years vs. the state average of 72.4 years. The uninsured rate is 13.7% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Grundy County?
Key health factors for Grundy County include: life expectancy (69.7 years), uninsured rate (13.7%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 57:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Grundy County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 18/100 ("Below Average"), Grundy County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 69.7 years. 13.7% 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 Grundy County?
Grundy County's health score of 18/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. The uninsured rate of 13.7% 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.