Davie County Health Data

Davie County, North Carolina

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

57/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.3 yr

State avg 74.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.2%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

103

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.4%

State avg 19.1%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

25.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 41.3 per 100K

Dentists

2.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

23.0

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Davie County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureDavieState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity33.3%37.5%37.6%4.2 pts better than state
Diabetes9.2%11.2%11.2%2.0 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure32.1%35.3%33.5%3.2 pts better than state
Depression26.5%25.8%24.1%0.7 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureDavieState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.0%16.0%16.3%2.0 pts better than state
Binge Drinking17.3%15.9%17.8%1.4 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity21.8%25.3%27.0%3.5 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureDavieState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.8%78.1%74.9%1.3 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)62.5%59.7%57.3%2.8 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)81.8%77.3%73.3%4.5 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureDavieState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.6%18.5%18.6%0.9 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration33.5%35.6%37.3%2.1 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Davie County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Davie County mental health provider ratio significantly trails national median

Health data brief for Davie County, North Carolina.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

The most distinctive data point for Davie County is its mental health provider ratio, which stands at 103 per 100,000 residents. This is less than half the national median of 250 per 100,000. The county also reports a primary care provider ratio of 41 per 100,000, which is lower than the national median of 70. Life expectancy in Davie County is 76.3 years, higher than the state average of 74.4 years but just below the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 10.2%, which is lower than the state's 12.5% and nearly matches the national average of 10%. Approximately 17.4% of residents report poor or fair health, which is consistent with the national average of 17%. These metrics describe the current healthcare landscape. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Davie County, North Carolina

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Davie County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Davie County, NC?
Davie County has a health score of 57/100, rated "Average." It ranks #20 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 Davie County?
Life expectancy in Davie County is 76.3 years. The North Carolina state average is 74.4 years, making Davie County above the state average.
How does Davie County health compare to the North Carolina average?
Davie County's health score of 57/100 is above the North Carolina average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 76.3 years vs. the state average of 74.4 years. The uninsured rate is 10.2% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Davie County?
Key health factors for Davie County include: life expectancy (76.3 years), uninsured rate (10.2%), and primary care physician access (41:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 103:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Davie County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 57/100 ("Average"), Davie County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in North Carolina. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.3 years. 10.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Davie County healthier than the North Carolina average?
Davie County's health score of 57/100 exceeds the North Carolina average of 41/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Davie County has better primary care access (41:1 ratio) than the state average (52:1).

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.