Craven County Health Data

Craven County, North Carolina

Health Score

40/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.6 yr

State avg 74.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.0%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

75

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

326

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Craven County, North Carolina

Craven's life expectancy lags national average

At 73.6 years, Craven County residents live about 5.5 years less than the U.S. average of 79.1 years. Nearly 1 in 5 residents (19.1%) report poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17.5%, suggesting significant health challenges across the county.

Below-average health within North Carolina

Craven County's life expectancy of 73.6 years falls 0.8 years below North Carolina's state average of 74.4 years. With an uninsured rate of 11.0%—better than the state's 12.5%—residents have slightly more insurance coverage, though health outcomes remain concerning.

Neighbors show stark health disparities

Craven's 73.6-year life expectancy contrasts sharply with nearby Currituck County (77.1 years) and Dare County (78.2 years), both of which boast significantly better health outcomes. Even neighboring Cumberland County at 72.8 years faces similar struggles, suggesting eastern and central North Carolina face distinct health challenges.

Primary care accessibility remains a barrier

Craven has 75 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—above the national average of 65 but still limiting choice and wait times for a growing population. Mental health services are more robust at 326 providers per 100,000, though the uninsured rate of 11.0% means many residents cannot afford to access them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Craven County, NC?
Craven County has a health score of 40/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #50 out of 100 counties in North Carolina (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 Craven County?
Life expectancy in Craven County is 73.6 years. The North Carolina state average is 74.4 years, making Craven County below the state average.
How does Craven County health compare to the North Carolina average?
Craven County's health score of 40/100 is below the North Carolina average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 73.6 years vs. the state average of 74.4 years. The uninsured rate is 11.0% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Craven County?
Key health factors for Craven County include: life expectancy (73.6 years), uninsured rate (11.0%), and primary care physician access (75:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 326:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Craven County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 40/100 ("Below Average"), Craven County faces health challenges compared to other counties in North Carolina. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.6 years. 11.0% 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 Craven County?
Craven County's health score of 40/100 is below the North Carolina average of 41/100. The uninsured rate of 11.0% 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.