Davidson County Health Data

Davidson County, North Carolina

Health Score

40/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.3 yr

State avg 74.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.3%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

28

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

126

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Davidson County, North Carolina

Davidson's health outcomes significantly lag nation

Davidson County residents live to 73.3 years, roughly 5.8 years below the U.S. average of 79.1 years. With 17.9% reporting poor or fair health—below the national average of 17.5%—the county faces serious health headwinds.

Among North Carolina's worst health performers

Davidson's life expectancy of 73.3 years trails North Carolina's 74.4-year state average by 1.1 years, placing it among the state's lowest-performing counties. The uninsured rate of 12.3% equals the state average, suggesting broader structural barriers—not just access—drive poor outcomes.

Inland counties face shared health crises

Davidson's 73.3 years mirrors neighboring Duplin County (73.8) and Craven County (73.6), all facing similar challenges in central and eastern North Carolina. In contrast, coastal Dare (78.2) and Currituck (77.1) counties enjoy life expectancies nearly 5 years higher, highlighting stark regional disparities.

Primary care and mental health providers scarce

Davidson has only 28 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—less than half the national average of 65—and just 126 mental health providers per 100,000. These shortages, combined with a 12.3% uninsured rate, mean many residents travel far for care or forgo treatment entirely.

Healthcare coverage starts here

Davidson's uninsured population should visit healthcare.gov today—most will qualify for subsidies or tax credits that make plans affordable. Getting covered is the first step toward accessing the primary and mental health care that can help improve Davidson's health trajectory.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Davidson County, NC?
Davidson County has a health score of 40/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #52 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 Davidson County?
Life expectancy in Davidson County is 73.3 years. The North Carolina state average is 74.4 years, making Davidson County below the state average.
How does Davidson County health compare to the North Carolina average?
Davidson County's health score of 40/100 is below the North Carolina average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 73.3 years vs. the state average of 74.4 years. The uninsured rate is 12.3% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Davidson County?
Key health factors for Davidson County include: life expectancy (73.3 years), uninsured rate (12.3%), and primary care physician access (28:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 126:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Davidson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 40/100 ("Below Average"), Davidson County faces health challenges compared to other counties in North Carolina. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.3 years. 12.3% 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 Davidson County?
Davidson County's health score of 40/100 is below the North Carolina average of 41/100. The uninsured rate of 12.3% 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.