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.
Check your coverage options today
If you're among Craven's uninsured residents, healthcare.gov and North Carolina's state marketplace make enrollment straightforward—many qualify for financial help. Taking time to explore plans now can connect you to preventive care that addresses the county's broader health challenges.
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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.