Lewis County Health Data
Lewis County, Tennessee
Health Score
14/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
71.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
14.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
71.5 yr
State avg 72.4 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
14.4%
State avg 11.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
16
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
46
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Lewis County, Tennessee
Life expectancy trails national standard by four years
Lewis County residents live an average of 71.5 years, compared to the U.S. life expectancy of 76.4 years—a gap of 4.9 years. About 26% of adults report poor or fair health, well above the national average of 18%. These health disparities reflect challenges in accessing preventive care and managing chronic conditions.
Below Tennessee average despite rural character
Lewis County's life expectancy of 71.5 years falls 0.9 years below Tennessee's 72.4-year state average. The county's 26.4% poor/fair health rate ranks in the lower half of Tennessee counties, indicating concentrated health challenges. Rural geography compounds barriers to healthcare access that affect long-term health outcomes.
Limited provider access across all specialties
Lewis County's 16 primary care providers per 100,000 residents matches the lowest rate in this region, alongside Lauderdale County. Mental health provider availability at 46 per 100,000 is moderate but trails Lawrence County's 95 per 100,000 significantly. These shortages mean residents often travel considerable distances for specialized care.
High uninsured rate strains healthcare access
Lewis County's uninsured rate of 14.4% is the highest among these eight counties and exceeds Tennessee's average of 11.9% by 2.5 percentage points. With only 16 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, even insured patients face long waits for appointments. The combination of limited coverage and limited providers creates significant barriers to timely care.
Take control with affordable health coverage
In Lewis County, nearly 1 in 7 residents lack health insurance—a situation that leaves families financially vulnerable. Check Healthcare.gov to see if you qualify for subsidized plans or Medicaid coverage that fits your budget. Coverage opens the door to preventive care that keeps you and your family healthier.
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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.