Chesterfield County Health Data

Chesterfield County, South Carolina

Health Score

26/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.9 yr

State avg 72.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.4%

State avg 11.6%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

30

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

139

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Chesterfield County, South Carolina

Life expectancy trails national average

Chesterfield residents live to 70.9 years on average, 7 years below the U.S. average and 1.6 years below South Carolina's state average. One in five residents (20.5%) report poor or fair health, compared to the nation's 15%.

Below-average outcomes statewide

Chesterfield County ranks 39th among South Carolina's 46 counties for life expectancy at 70.9 years. The county's health profile reflects challenges common to rural Pee Dee communities: limited healthcare infrastructure and higher rates of chronic disease.

Rural Pee Dee struggles persist

Chesterfield's 70.9-year life expectancy sits just above Cherokee County (70.6) and well above Colleton and Chester (68.6 each). With 30 primary care providers per 100,000, the county has thin coverage compared to state leaders like Charleston with 124.

High uninsured rate, sparse providers

At 12.4% uninsured, Chesterfield has one of the state's highest rates, and the county offers limited provider density with 30 primary care and 139 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. Gaps in coverage and access create barriers to preventive care and chronic disease management.

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One in eight Chesterfield residents lack health insurance—enrollment in South Carolina's marketplace or Medicaid can provide protection and improve health outcomes. Visit healthcare.gov or your local health department to explore options today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Chesterfield County, SC?
Chesterfield County has a health score of 26/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #31 out of 46 counties in South 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 Chesterfield County?
Life expectancy in Chesterfield County is 70.9 years. The South Carolina state average is 72.5 years, making Chesterfield County below the state average.
How does Chesterfield County health compare to the South Carolina average?
Chesterfield County's health score of 26/100 is below the South Carolina average of 36/100. Life expectancy is 70.9 years vs. the state average of 72.5 years. The uninsured rate is 12.4% vs. 11.6% statewide.
What health factors affect Chesterfield County?
Key health factors for Chesterfield County include: life expectancy (70.9 years), uninsured rate (12.4%), and primary care physician access (30:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 139:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Chesterfield County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 26/100 ("Below Average"), Chesterfield County faces health challenges compared to other counties in South Carolina. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.9 years. 12.4% 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 Chesterfield County?
Chesterfield County's health score of 26/100 is below the South Carolina average of 36/100. The uninsured rate of 12.4% 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.