Appomattox County Health Data

Appomattox County, Virginia

Health Score

55/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.8%

State avg 7.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

12

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

59

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Appomattox County, Virginia

Appomattox below U.S. life expectancy

Appomattox County residents live to 77.2 years—2.1 years below the U.S. average of 79.3 years. At 20.7%, the poor/fair health rate exceeds the 17% national average, indicating moderate population health concerns.

Slightly above Virginia's state average

At 77.2 years, Appomattox's life expectancy edges above Virginia's state average of 75.1 years by 2.1 years. However, the 20.7% poor/fair health rate exceeds the state average, suggesting underlying health disparities despite modest longevity gains.

Mid-range outcomes in rural cluster

Appomattox residents live longer than those in nearby Amelia (73.6 years) and Amherst (75.5 years), but health provider density lags significantly. The county's 12 primary care providers per 100K represents a rural shortage compared to more resourced regions.

Rural access challenges persist

With only 12 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Appomattox faces rural healthcare access constraints. At 8.8%, the uninsured rate sits slightly above the state average of 7.9%, leaving a small but vulnerable population without regular care access.

Ensure your family stays covered

Nearly 1 in 11 Appomattox residents lack insurance. Visit healthcare.gov, call 1-800-318-2596, or contact local health departments to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, and community health resources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Appomattox County, VA?
Appomattox County has a health score of 55/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #68 out of 133 counties in Virginia (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 Appomattox County?
Life expectancy in Appomattox County is 77.2 years. The Virginia state average is 75.1 years, making Appomattox County above the state average.
How does Appomattox County health compare to the Virginia average?
Appomattox County's health score of 55/100 is below the Virginia average of 56/100. Life expectancy is 77.2 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 8.8% vs. 7.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Appomattox County?
Key health factors for Appomattox County include: life expectancy (77.2 years), uninsured rate (8.8%), and primary care physician access (12:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 59:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Appomattox County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 55/100 ("Below Average"), Appomattox County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.2 years. 8.8% 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 Appomattox County?
Appomattox County's health score of 55/100 is below the Virginia average of 56/100. 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.