Pasquotank County Health Data

Pasquotank County, North Carolina

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

46/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

State avg 74.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.9%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

56

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

263

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.2%

State avg 19.1%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

14.7

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 Pasquotank County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasurePasquotankState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.7%37.5%37.6%1.2 pts worse than state
Diabetes11.3%11.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure35.9%35.3%33.5%0.6 pts worse than state
Depression24.4%25.8%24.1%1.4 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasurePasquotankState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.5%16.0%16.3%1.5 pts better than state
Binge Drinking15.5%15.9%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity24.4%25.3%27.0%0.9 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasurePasquotankState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup79.5%78.1%74.9%1.4 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)60.5%59.7%57.3%0.8 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)77.1%77.3%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasurePasquotankState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.0%18.5%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration36.7%35.6%37.3%1.1 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Pasquotank County nationally on current cigarette smoking.

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

Data Story

Pasquotank County Poor or Fair Health Reports Surpass National Rate

Health data brief for Pasquotank County, North Carolina.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Pasquotank County, 18.2% of adults report being in poor or fair health, a figure that exceeds the national average of 17%. Life expectancy in the county is 73.8 years, trailing both the North Carolina state average of 74.4 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate stands at 9.9%, which is lower than the state average of 12.5% and slightly below the national average of 10%. Regarding healthcare access, the county has 56 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 70. Mental health provider density is 263 per 100,000, which is higher than the national median of 250. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Pasquotank 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.

Sentara Albemarle Medical Center

ER
3/5
(252) 335-0531
3050 Halstead Blvd Ext, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

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 Pasquotank County, NC?
Pasquotank County has a health score of 46/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #37 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 Pasquotank County?
Life expectancy in Pasquotank County is 73.8 years. The North Carolina state average is 74.4 years, making Pasquotank County below the state average.
How does Pasquotank County health compare to the North Carolina average?
Pasquotank County's health score of 46/100 is above the North Carolina average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 73.8 years vs. the state average of 74.4 years. The uninsured rate is 9.9% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Pasquotank County?
Key health factors for Pasquotank County include: life expectancy (73.8 years), uninsured rate (9.9%), and primary care physician access (56:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 263:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Pasquotank County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 46/100 ("Below Average"), Pasquotank County faces health challenges compared to other counties in North Carolina. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.8 years. 9.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Pasquotank County healthier than the North Carolina average?
Pasquotank County's health score of 46/100 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.

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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.