Union County Health Data

Union County, Tennessee

Health Score

20/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

69.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

69.8 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.8%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

15

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

43

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Union County, Tennessee

Union County faces severe health disparities

At 69.8 years, Union County residents live 2.8 years less than the U.S. average of 72.6 years—one of the nation's most significant life expectancy gaps. With 22.1% reporting poor or fair health and 12.8% uninsured, the county faces compounded challenges of disease burden and coverage gaps.

Union County's health crisis outpaces state

Union's 69.8-year life expectancy is the lowest in Tennessee, trailing the state average of 72.4 years by nearly 2.5 years, and its 12.8% uninsured rate exceeds the state's 11.9%. The county faces urgent crises in both longevity and health insurance access.

Union County's health emergency unmatched

Union's 69.8-year life expectancy is the lowest across all eight peer counties, and its 12.8% uninsured rate ranks worst in the group. With only 15 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the fewest of any neighbor—Union faces a perfect storm of limited access, high uninsurance, and severe health outcomes.

Acute provider shortage, highest uninsured rate

Union County has just 15 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, the lowest in its region, forcing residents to travel long distances for basic care. At 12.8% uninsured, Union has the highest rate among peers, and these dual barriers—scarcity and cost—trap residents in cycles of delayed care and preventable disease.

Coverage saves lives—enroll today

One in eight Union County residents lacks health insurance, a higher rate than any neighbor, and the county's life expectancy crisis demands urgent action. Visit healthcare.gov immediately or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore Marketplace plans, Medicaid, or state programs that can connect you to care and improve health outcomes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Union County, TN?
Union County has a health score of 20/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #72 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 Union County?
Life expectancy in Union County is 69.8 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making Union County below the state average.
How does Union County health compare to the Tennessee average?
Union County's health score of 20/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 69.8 years vs. the state average of 72.4 years. The uninsured rate is 12.8% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Union County?
Key health factors for Union County include: life expectancy (69.8 years), uninsured rate (12.8%), and primary care physician access (15:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 43:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Union County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 20/100 ("Below Average"), Union County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 69.8 years. 12.8% 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 Union County?
Union County's health score of 20/100 is below the Tennessee average of 29/100. The uninsured rate of 12.8% 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.