Hardeman County Health Data

Hardeman County, Tennessee

Health Score

21/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.3 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.5%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

16

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

153

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hardeman County, Tennessee

Hardeman County's health lags nationally

At 70.3 years, Hardeman County's life expectancy falls 6.1 years short of the U.S. average of 76.4 years, placing residents at substantial disadvantage. With 25.5% of the population reporting poor or fair health—compared to 21% nationally—chronic disease and health risks are widespread.

Lowest life expectancy in Tennessee

Hardeman County ranks last among Tennessee counties with a life expectancy of 70.3 years, nearly 2.1 years below the state average of 72.4 years. This stark gap reflects deep structural health inequities in the county.

Most vulnerable in its region

Hardeman County's 70.3-year life expectancy is the lowest among nearby counties, with Hancock and Hardin both edging ahead at 70.8 years. Its 25.5% poor/fair health rate ranks second-worst among neighbors, exceeded only by Hancock's 30.4%.

Severe shortage of primary care access

Hardeman County has just 16 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the lowest of all eight counties profiled—severely limiting residents' access to routine checkups and disease prevention. With a 10.5% uninsured rate and mental health support at 153 per 100,000, coverage and behavioral health services remain constrained.

Getting covered opens doors to care

10.5% of Hardeman County residents lack insurance, a critical gap in a county already facing severe provider shortages. Enroll at healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to secure coverage and access the limited provider resources available to insured patients.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hardeman County, TN?
Hardeman County has a health score of 21/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #68 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 Hardeman County?
Life expectancy in Hardeman County is 70.3 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making Hardeman County below the state average.
How does Hardeman County health compare to the Tennessee average?
Hardeman County's health score of 21/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 70.3 years vs. the state average of 72.4 years. The uninsured rate is 10.5% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Hardeman County?
Key health factors for Hardeman County include: life expectancy (70.3 years), uninsured rate (10.5%), and primary care physician access (16:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 153:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hardeman County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 21/100 ("Below Average"), Hardeman County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.3 years. 10.5% 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 Hardeman County?
Hardeman County's health score of 21/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. The uninsured rate of 10.5% 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.