Robertson County Health Data
Robertson County, Tennessee
Health Score
33/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
72.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
72.7 yr
State avg 72.4 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.6%
State avg 11.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
35
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
70
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Robertson County, Tennessee
Robertson matches national health trends
Robertson County's 72.7-year life expectancy sits just above the U.S. average of 71.4 years, reflecting a county in better-than-average health. One in 5 residents (20%) report poor or fair health, close to national norms for rural counties. These baseline metrics suggest Robertson faces familiar health challenges but has kept pace with national progress.
Robertson leads Tennessee on coverage
At 72.7 years, Robertson County slightly edges Tennessee's 72.4-year average and boasts an 11.6% uninsured rate—the second-lowest among the eight counties studied. This near-parity with the state average means Robertson residents have coverage rates approaching the state baseline. The county's stable health metrics reflect consistent access to preventive and primary care.
Robertson balances health with access gaps
Robertson's 72.7-year life expectancy exceeds Scott County (71.4) but lags Rutherford County's 76.0 years, highlighting regional disparities. With 35 primary care providers per 100,000, Robertson ranks below Roane County (43) but above Scott County (23), placing it in the regional middle tier. Mental health capacity at 70 providers per 100,000 is solid regional support.
Provider shortage affects primary care access
Robertson's 35 primary care providers per 100,000 residents represent a meaningful shortage compared to better-served counties, meaning longer waits and travel for routine checkups. At 11.6% uninsured, roughly 1 in 9 residents lacks coverage, limiting their ability to afford preventive visits. Expanding the primary care workforce would unlock better outcomes across the county.
Get covered and find a provider
Robertson residents without insurance should start at Healthcare.gov or contact the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance for enrollment assistance and subsidy eligibility. Once covered, work with your insurer to find in-network providers—especially important in areas with limited primary care capacity. Early coverage enrollment ensures you access care before it becomes urgent and costly.
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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.