Charles County Health Data

Charles County, Maryland

Health Score

79/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

76.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.7 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.9%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

38

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

215

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Charles County, Maryland

Charles County life expectancy slightly below US average

At 76.7 years, Charles County residents live roughly a year shorter than the US average of 78.8 years. The county's 16.0% poor or fair health rate aligns closely with national patterns, suggesting health outcomes here reflect broader American trends.

Charles County ranks mid-tier among Maryland counties

Charles County trails Maryland's state average life expectancy of 77.0 years by a small margin. With a poor/fair health rate of 16.0%, the county sits in the middle of the state's performance range.

Healthy neighbors to the north and south

Frederick County to the north boasts 80.0 years life expectancy, while Charles County sits at 76.7. Nearby Harford County (77.9 years) and Howard County (82.5 years) also outpace Charles County, though all share Charles's suburban Maryland corridor.

Insurance coverage strong, but primary care sparse

Charles County's 4.9% uninsured rate beats the state average of 6.4%, indicating most residents have healthcare access. However, the county has just 38 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—below the state average—making appointments potentially harder to secure.

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Nearly 95% of Charles County residents carry health insurance, a strong showing. If you're among the uninsured or underinsured, visit marylandhealthconnection.gov to explore plans that fit your family's needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Charles County, MD?
Charles County has a health score of 79/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #12 out of 24 counties in Maryland (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 Charles County?
Life expectancy in Charles County is 76.7 years. The Maryland state average is 77.0 years, making Charles County below the state average.
How does Charles County health compare to the Maryland average?
Charles County's health score of 79/100 is above the Maryland average of 73/100. Life expectancy is 76.7 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 4.9% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Charles County?
Key health factors for Charles County include: life expectancy (76.7 years), uninsured rate (4.9%), and primary care physician access (38:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 215:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Charles County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 79/100 ("Excellent"), Charles County is one of the healthier counties in Maryland. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.7 years. 4.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Charles County healthier than the Maryland average?
Charles County's health score of 79/100 exceeds the Maryland average of 73/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Charles County has better primary care access (38:1 ratio) than the state average (66:1).

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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.