Haywood County Health Data

Haywood County, Tennessee

Health Score

15/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.5 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.9%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

23

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

6

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Haywood County, Tennessee

Haywood County faces severe health burdens

At 70.5 years, Haywood County's life expectancy trails the U.S. average of 76.4 years by nearly 6 years, among the lowest nationally. Nearly 29% of residents report poor or fair health—well above the national 21%—indicating high chronic disease prevalence and preventable mortality.

Second-worst health ranking in Tennessee

Haywood County's 70.5-year life expectancy ranks near the bottom statewide, falling 1.9 years below Tennessee's 72.4-year average. Its 28.6% poor/fair health rate is second-worst among peers, exceeded only by Hancock's 30.4%.

Among the region's most vulnerable counties

Haywood County's 70.5-year life expectancy exceeds only Hardeman's 70.3, while its 28.6% poor/fair health rate trails only Hancock's 30.4%. This pairing marks Haywood as a county facing acute, multifaceted health challenges.

Critically low mental health provider capacity

Haywood County has just 23 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and a severe shortage of mental health support at only 6 per 100,000—the lowest among all eight counties. With an 11.9% uninsured rate matching the state average, coverage alone cannot overcome the acute provider gap.

Start with coverage to access limited care

Haywood County's crisis-level mental health provider shortage (6 per 100,000) is compounded by 11.9% of residents lacking insurance. Apply for coverage at healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596—securing insurance is a critical first step toward connecting with available providers and telehealth resources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Haywood County, TN?
Haywood County has a health score of 15/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #91 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 Haywood County?
Life expectancy in Haywood County is 70.5 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making Haywood County below the state average.
How does Haywood County health compare to the Tennessee average?
Haywood County's health score of 15/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 70.5 years vs. the state average of 72.4 years. The uninsured rate is 11.9% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Haywood County?
Key health factors for Haywood County include: life expectancy (70.5 years), uninsured rate (11.9%), and primary care physician access (23:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 6:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Haywood County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 15/100 ("Below Average"), Haywood County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.5 years. 11.9% 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 Haywood County?
Haywood County's health score of 15/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. The uninsured rate of 11.9% 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.