Loudon County Health Data

Loudon County, Tennessee

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

44/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.4 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.2%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

55

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

56

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

19.8%

State avg 22.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

28.1

per 100K residentsCDC: 54.7 per 100K

Dentists

8.8

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

12.3

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Loudon County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureLoudonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity36.6%39.9%37.6%3.3 pts better than state
Diabetes10.8%12.3%11.2%1.5 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure35.1%37.1%33.5%2.0 pts better than state
Depression29.0%30.8%24.1%1.8 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureLoudonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.7%20.7%16.3%4.0 pts better than state
Binge Drinking16.0%15.6%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity24.6%28.4%27.0%3.8 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureLoudonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.5%75.4%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)58.0%54.4%57.3%3.6 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)71.6%71.9%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureLoudonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.7%21.7%18.6%2.0 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration38.4%40.0%37.3%1.6 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Loudon County nationally on current cigarette smoking.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Loudon County life expectancy exceeds the Tennessee state average

Health data brief for Loudon County, Tennessee.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Loudon County is 75.4 years, which is three years longer than the Tennessee state average of 72.4 years, though still shorter than the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate for the county is 11.2%, which is lower than the state average of 11.9% but higher than the 10% national average. About 19.8% of adults in Loudon County report being in poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. The county has 55 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The mental health provider ratio is 56 per 100,000, which is significantly lower than the national median of 250. Search Tennessee health data.

Get Care in Loudon County, Tennessee

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Fort Loudoun Medical Center

ER
4/5
(865) 271-6000
550 Fort Loudon Medical Center Dr, Lenoir City, TN 37772
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Other

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Loudon County, TN?
Loudon County has a health score of 44/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #11 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 Loudon County?
Life expectancy in Loudon County is 75.4 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making Loudon County above the state average.
How does Loudon County health compare to the Tennessee average?
Loudon County's health score of 44/100 is above the Tennessee average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 75.4 years vs. the state average of 72.4 years. The uninsured rate is 11.2% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Loudon County?
Key health factors for Loudon County include: life expectancy (75.4 years), uninsured rate (11.2%), and primary care physician access (55:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 56:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Loudon County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 44/100 ("Below Average"), Loudon County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.4 years. 11.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Loudon County healthier than the Tennessee average?
Loudon County's health score of 44/100 exceeds the Tennessee average of 29/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.