Trousdale County Health Data

Trousdale County, Tennessee

Health Score

33/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.0 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.2%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

33

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

8

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Trousdale County, Tennessee

Trousdale faces health challenges nationwide

At 72.0 years, Trousdale County's life expectancy falls below the U.S. average of 72.6 years, and its 21.8% poor/fair health rate ranks among the nation's higher prevalence rates. These metrics point to elevated chronic disease burden and limited preventive care penetration.

Trousdale struggles below state benchmarks

Trousdale's 72.0-year life expectancy trails Tennessee's 72.4-year average, and its 21.8% poor/fair health rate significantly exceeds the state pattern. With 9.2% uninsured—below the state average—the county's health challenges reflect factors beyond affordability, such as provider access and chronic disease management.

Trousdale among region's hardest hit

Trousdale's 21.8% poor/fair health rate and 72.0-year life expectancy rank among the worst in its county cluster, surpassed only by Union County (69.8 years). The county faces compounded challenges from limited mental health providers (just 8 per 100K) and modest primary care availability (33 per 100K).

Mental health access severely limited

Trousdale County has only 8 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—far below state and national standards—leaving residents with serious mental illness without local support. Combined with 33 primary care providers per 100K, the county struggles to address both physical and behavioral health needs.

Get insured, get healthier

Though Trousdale's 9.2% uninsured rate is better than state average, health outcomes suggest that coverage alone isn't enough; access barriers remain. Visit healthcare.gov or your county health department to enroll, then work with your provider to address chronic conditions through preventive care and mental health support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Trousdale County, TN?
Trousdale County has a health score of 33/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #28 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 Trousdale County?
Life expectancy in Trousdale County is 72.0 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making Trousdale County below the state average.
How does Trousdale County health compare to the Tennessee average?
Trousdale County's health score of 33/100 is above the Tennessee average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 72.0 years vs. the state average of 72.4 years. The uninsured rate is 9.2% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Trousdale County?
Key health factors for Trousdale County include: life expectancy (72.0 years), uninsured rate (9.2%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 8:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Trousdale County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 33/100 ("Below Average"), Trousdale County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.0 years. 9.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Trousdale County healthier than the Tennessee average?
Trousdale County's health score of 33/100 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. Trousdale County has better primary care access (33:1 ratio) than the state average (44:1).

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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.