Botetourt County Health Data

Botetourt County, Virginia

Health Score

83/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.6 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.3%

State avg 7.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

56

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

59

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Botetourt County, Virginia

Botetourt leads on longevity and wellness

Botetourt County residents live to 77.6 years on average, exceeding the U.S. life expectancy of 76.4 years by 1.2 years. Just 15.3% report poor or fair health, well below the national rate of 18%, reflecting strong population health.

Among Virginia's healthiest counties

Botetourt County's 77.6-year life expectancy ranks among the top in Virginia, surpassing the state average of 75.1 years by 2.5 years. This substantial advantage places the county in the upper tier of Virginia's health performance.

Second healthiest in the mountain region

Only Augusta County (78.0 years) edges out Botetourt's 77.6-year life expectancy among nearby counties. With 56 primary care and 59 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, Botetourt offers solid access to both primary and behavioral health.

Lowest uninsured rate in peer group

At 5.3%, Botetourt County has the lowest uninsured rate among comparable Virginia counties—well below the state average of 7.9%. Strong insurance coverage combined with adequate provider access means most residents can navigate the healthcare system without barriers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Botetourt County, VA?
Botetourt County has a health score of 83/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #16 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 Botetourt County?
Life expectancy in Botetourt County is 77.6 years. The Virginia state average is 75.1 years, making Botetourt County above the state average.
How does Botetourt County health compare to the Virginia average?
Botetourt County's health score of 83/100 is above the Virginia average of 56/100. Life expectancy is 77.6 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 5.3% vs. 7.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Botetourt County?
Key health factors for Botetourt County include: life expectancy (77.6 years), uninsured rate (5.3%), and primary care physician access (56:1 (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 Botetourt County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 83/100 ("Excellent"), Botetourt County is one of the healthier counties in Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.6 years. 5.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Botetourt County healthier than the Virginia average?
Botetourt County's health score of 83/100 exceeds the Virginia average of 56/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Botetourt County has better primary care access (56:1 ratio) than the state average (59:1).

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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.