Lake County Health Data

Lake County, Tennessee

Health Score

11/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.3 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.8%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

47

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Lake County, Tennessee

Lake County faces the steepest health challenges

Lake County residents have a life expectancy of 70.3 years, the lowest among all county peers and 4.2 years below the U.S. average of 74.5 years. An alarming 29.0% report poor or fair health—the highest rate in the region and well above the 17.8% national average. Lake County faces severe, urgent health challenges.

Lake ranks 94th among Tennessee's 95 counties

Lake County's 70.3-year life expectancy is 2.1 years below Tennessee's 72.4-year state average, placing it second-to-last statewide. At 29.0%, its poor/fair health rate is the worst in Tennessee, exceeding the state average by 10.9 percentage points. Lake County faces the most severe health crisis in the state.

Severe disparities compared to all regional peers

Lake County's 70.3-year life expectancy is the lowest by far—trailing Houston (70.9 years) by 0.6 years and Jefferson (72.9 years) by 2.6 years. Its 29.0% poor/fair health rate devastatingly exceeds all neighbors; Jefferson County's is 19.1% by comparison. At 13.8% uninsured, Lake matches Jackson County's regional high.

Severe provider shortage compounds health crisis

One in eight Lake County residents (13.8%) lack health insurance, the region's second-highest rate, limiting access to preventive and urgent care. Primary care provider data is unavailable, but the poor health outcomes suggest severe access barriers. With only 47 mental health providers per 100K, behavioral health support is also strained.

Health coverage is your first critical step

With Lake County facing extraordinary health challenges, securing affordable coverage is urgent. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 immediately to explore Marketplace plans and Medicaid eligibility—coverage could be free or very low-cost. Taking action today on insurance is taking action on your family's health and survival.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Lake County, TN?
Lake County has a health score of 11/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #95 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 Lake County?
Life expectancy in Lake County is 70.3 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making Lake County below the state average.
How does Lake County health compare to the Tennessee average?
Lake County's health score of 11/100 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 13.8% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Lake County?
Key health factors for Lake County include: life expectancy (70.3 years), uninsured rate (13.8%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 47:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Lake County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 11/100 ("Below Average"), Lake County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.3 years. 13.8% 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 Lake County?
Lake County's health score of 11/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. The uninsured rate of 13.8% 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.