Medicare in Cleburne County by the numbers
| Cleburne County | Alabama | |
|---|---|---|
| Residents age 65 and older | 3,053 | 932,312 statewide |
| Share of residents age 65+ | 19.5% | 18.3% statewide |
| People with Medicare | 3,751 | 1,148,442 statewide |
| Enrolled in Medicare Advantage | 2,016 | 706,387 statewide |
| Medicare Advantage share | 53.7% | 61.5% statewide |
Sources: Census Bureau 2023 estimates and CMS Medicare Advantage penetration, September 2026.
Cleburne County ranks 56th of 67 Alabama counties by number of residents age 65 and older, with about 3,053 people in that age group, or 19.5% of residents (statewide: 18.3%). The 1,102 residents now between 60 and 64 will become Medicare-eligible soon, and our turning 65 guide walks through it. By age, the 65-and-older group splits 56% ages 65 to 74, 34% ages 75 to 84 and 10% age 85 and up (Census 2023). About 53.7% of people with Medicare in Cleburne County are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan. That is lower than the Alabama average of 61.5%. What most people do in a county is less important than what fits you. We weigh Medicare Advantage against Original Medicare with Medigap using your doctors, your drugs and your budget.
Who has Medicare in Cleburne County
The USDA classifies Cleburne County as: urban population of fewer than 5,000, adjacent to a metro area. With fewer hospitals and clinics close by, the right Medicare plan here is often the one whose network includes the providers you can really reach.
CMS counts 3,762 Medicare beneficiaries in Cleburne County (2023). Their average age is 73, about the same as the Alabama average of 72. About 18% are “dual eligible,” meaning they have both Medicare and Medicaid, higher than the state figure of 14%. Where many people have both, special plans for dual-eligible members can matter; see our Medicaid and dual eligible guide, since availability varies by plan and area.
Among people in Original Medicare in Cleburne County, CMS reported about 551 emergency room visits and 227 inpatient hospital stays per 1,000 beneficiaries in 2023, which is close to the state average for emergency visits (600) and close to it for hospital stays (247). About 13% received home health care. These figures describe how people use care under Original Medicare; they do not show what any plan covers or costs.
Sources: CMS Medicare Geographic Variation, 2023; USDA Rural-Urban Continuum Codes, 2023.
Where you live decides which Medicare Advantage and Part D plans you can join, and Cleburne County may have a different set of plans than the counties around it. We are not based in Cleburne County; we help Cleburne County residents by phone or video call.
Hospitals and doctors near Cleburne County
CMS Hospital General Information lists no acute care, critical access or children’s hospital located inside Cleburne County. Residents often use hospitals in neighboring counties, which matters for Medicare Advantage because a plan’s network may include or leave out the hospital you use. We check your hospitals and doctors before you enroll.
Cleburne County: communities and ZIP codes
The largest communities in Cleburne County by 2023 Census population estimates are Heflin (3,507), Ranburne (431), Fruithurst (248), Edwardsville (212). Each figure counts only the people living inside the county.
ZIP codes that fall mostly inside Cleburne County include 36262, 36264, 36269, 36273. Plan availability can change by ZIP code, so have yours ready when we compare plans.
Questions about Medicare in Cleburne County?
Reach out to us: fill out our short form or call (571) 354-0146, and a licensed agent will compare the plans available to you, check your doctors and drugs, and stay with you each year at renewal. For general Medicare information, the federal helpline is 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
Medicare resources from official sources
- Medicare Plan Finder on Medicare.gov, searchable by ZIP code.
- Social Security: Medicare to enroll or check status.
- Medicare.gov: Medigap on how Medicare Supplement works.
- HealthCare.gov if you are not yet on Medicare.
- Alabama Department of Insurance: Alabama’s insurance regulator, including agent license lookup.
Coverage we offer Cleburne County residents
As an independent agency we are not tied to one insurer, so for Cleburne County residents we can compare ACA health insurance, ICHRA, group health insurance, life insurance, final expense insurance, annuities, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement (Medigap) and Part D drug plans.
Let’s check your Cleburne County options together
We confirm your doctors and prescriptions before you enroll, at no cost to you.
Get my plan comparisonMedicare guides for Cleburne County residents
- What happens if you do nothing during open enrollment?
- Medicare Parts A, B, C and D explained
- Do you really need a Medicare agent?
- When can you switch Medicare plans? Every enrollment window
Cleburne County compared with similar Alabama counties
| County | Residents 65+ | Medicare Advantage share | Dual eligible share | Area type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choctaw County | 3,040 | 59.6% | 21% | Rural |
| Clay County | 3,084 | 63.0% | 17% | Rural |
| Lamar County | 3,105 | 45.2% | 18% | Rural |
| Washington County | 3,240 | 63.3% | 18% | Rural |
| Conecuh County | 2,819 | 65.4% | 22% | Rural |
| Coosa County | 2,741 | 74.7% | 14% | Rural |
See every Alabama county in our Alabama directory or go to our Alabama Medicare hub.