Stewart County Health Data

Stewart County, Tennessee

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

32/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.9 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.4%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

7

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

35

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

20.3%

State avg 22.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

21.6

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 Stewart County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureStewartState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.7%39.9%37.6%2.2 pts better than state
Diabetes11.0%12.3%11.2%1.3 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure35.1%37.1%33.5%2.0 pts better than state
Depression30.6%30.8%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureStewartState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.0%20.7%16.3%1.7 pts better than state
Binge Drinking16.6%15.6%17.8%1.0 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity25.8%28.4%27.0%2.6 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureStewartState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.0%75.4%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)57.0%54.4%57.3%2.6 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.2%71.9%73.3%1.3 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureStewartState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress21.1%21.7%18.6%0.6 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration39.4%40.0%37.3%0.6 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Stewart County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Stewart County Primary Care Access Trails State and National Median

Health data brief for Stewart County, Tennessee.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

In Stewart County, there are 7 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents. This figure is significantly lower than the national median of 70 providers per 100,000 people. Regarding overall longevity, residents have a life expectancy of 72.9 years, which is slightly longer than the Tennessee state average of 72.4 years but shorter than the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate in the county sits at 12.4%, compared to the state rate of 11.9% and the national average of approximately 10%. Additionally, 20.3% of residents report being in poor or fair health, whereas the national average for this metric is 17%. The ratio of mental health providers in the county is 35 per 100,000, which is lower than the national median of 250. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Stewart 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.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Stewart County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

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 Stewart County, TN?
Stewart County has a health score of 32/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #31 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 Stewart County?
Life expectancy in Stewart County is 72.9 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making Stewart County above the state average.
How does Stewart County health compare to the Tennessee average?
Stewart County's health score of 32/100 is above the Tennessee average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 72.9 years vs. the state average of 72.4 years. The uninsured rate is 12.4% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Stewart County?
Key health factors for Stewart County include: life expectancy (72.9 years), uninsured rate (12.4%), and primary care physician access (7:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 35:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Stewart County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 32/100 ("Below Average"), Stewart County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.9 years. 12.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Stewart County healthier than the Tennessee average?
Stewart County's health score of 32/100 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. Stewart County has better primary care access (7:1 ratio) than the state average (44:1).

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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.