Weakley County Health Data
Weakley County, Tennessee
Health Score
31/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
72.8 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
72.8 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
61
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
42
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Weakley County, Tennessee
Weakley County health metrics near national averages
Weakley County's life expectancy of 72.8 years trails the U.S. average of 76.4 years, but its 21.1% poor/fair health rate is among the best in this group of counties. The relatively low health complaint rate suggests residents have decent access to preventive care despite age-related lifespan gaps.
Weakley slightly above Tennessee on lifespan
At 72.8 years, Weakley's life expectancy edges out Tennessee's state average of 72.4 years by about five months. With 21.1% reporting poor or fair health—among the lowest here—Weakley ranks solidly in the state's healthier half.
Weakley's primary care access strongest in group
Weakley County has 61 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, the highest concentration among the rural counties in this comparison. Mental health providers are modest at 42 per 100K, suggesting good primary care but potential mental health gaps.
Low uninsured rate supports preventive care access
At 11.6% uninsured, Weakley's rate is close to Tennessee's 11.9% state average, meaning most residents have insurance for routine care. Strong primary care provider density makes preventive visits accessible for the covered majority.
Weakley residents: keep coverage active year-round
With nearly 12% uninsured, Weakley still has residents without coverage—visit healthcare.gov to explore affordable options. Consistent insurance ensures you can maintain the preventive care habits that keep Weakley's health outcomes strong.
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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.