McMinn County Health Data

McMinn County, Tennessee

Health Score

29/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.3 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.2%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

50

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

81

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in McMinn County, Tennessee

McMinn County Below National Health Average

McMinn County residents live to 71.3 years, 1.5 years shorter than the U.S. average of 72.8 years, signaling elevated health risks. One in five McMinn residents (20%) report poor or fair health, tracking slightly below the national 21% average, but the shorter life expectancy suggests serious underlying concerns.

Bottom Quarter of Tennessee Counties

McMinn County's 71.3-year life expectancy falls 1.1 years below Tennessee's 72.4-year state average, placing it in the state's lower-performing health tier. The 12.2% uninsured rate also exceeds the state's 11.9%, leaving more residents without insurance coverage.

Struggles Against Regional Peers

McMinn County's 71.3 years ranks last among its neighbors: Marshall (73.6), Monroe (70.8), and Meigs (69.1) offer mixed comparison, but Maury County's 75.1 years highlights McMinn's health disadvantage. The county's 50 primary care providers per 100K show adequate supply, but 12.2% uninsured means access remains limited for many.

Moderate Provider Access, Uninsured Gap

McMinn County has 50 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, meeting basic needs but trailing leading counties like Maury (49 per 100K for comparable quality). The 12.2% uninsured rate—nearly 1 in 8 residents—means significant barriers to preventive care even where doctors exist.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of McMinn County, TN?
McMinn County has a health score of 29/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #37 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 McMinn County?
Life expectancy in McMinn County is 71.3 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making McMinn County below the state average.
How does McMinn County health compare to the Tennessee average?
McMinn County's health score of 29/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 71.3 years vs. the state average of 72.4 years. The uninsured rate is 12.2% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect McMinn County?
Key health factors for McMinn County include: life expectancy (71.3 years), uninsured rate (12.2%), and primary care physician access (50:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 81:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is McMinn County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 29/100 ("Below Average"), McMinn County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.3 years. 12.2% 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 McMinn County?
McMinn County's health score of 29/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. The uninsured rate of 12.2% 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.