Hamilton County Health Data
Hamilton County, Tennessee
Health Score
51/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
75.6 yr
Uninsured Rate
10.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.6 yr
State avg 72.4 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
10.8%
State avg 11.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
109
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
281
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Hamilton County, Tennessee
Hamilton County lives longer than most
At 75.6 years, Hamilton County's life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 76.4 years by a narrow margin, placing it in the healthier tier of Tennessee counties. Just 17.7% of residents report poor or fair health, well below the national benchmark of 21%, signaling stronger overall wellness in the county.
Leading Tennessee on health outcomes
Hamilton County ranks among Tennessee's healthiest, with a life expectancy of 75.6 years compared to the state average of 72.4 years—a 3.2-year advantage. This premium health profile reflects the county's robust healthcare infrastructure and relatively low burden of chronic disease.
Outpacing surrounding counties significantly
Hamilton County residents live 3-5 years longer than those in Hancock, Hardeman, and Hardin counties, which cluster between 70.3 and 70.8 years. Its 17.7% poor/fair health rate is also markedly lower than neighbors like Hancock (30.4%) and Haywood (28.6%), reflecting a measurable health advantage.
Access to care supports better health
Hamilton County has 109 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—substantially higher than most peer counties—along with 281 mental health providers per 100,000, ensuring robust behavioral health support. The uninsured rate of 10.8% is slightly below the state average of 11.9%, meaning more residents have coverage for preventive and acute care.
Check your coverage today
Even with strong healthcare access, 10.8% of Hamilton County residents remain uninsured. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore marketplace plans, Medicaid eligibility, and employer coverage options—coverage helps you get the preventive care that supports the county's health advantage.
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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.