Caroline County Health Data
Caroline County, Virginia
Health Score
54/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
74.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.9 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.0%
State avg 7.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
10
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
46
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Caroline County, Virginia
Caroline's life expectancy approaches national average
Caroline residents live to 74.9 years on average, about 4.4 years below the U.S. average of 79.3 years. With 18.6% reporting poor or fair health, Caroline performs near national medians, suggesting moderate health challenges shared with many U.S. communities.
In line with Virginia's health profile
Caroline County's 74.9-year life expectancy sits just below Virginia's 75.1-year average, placing it near the state median. The county's 18.6% poor/fair health rate matches the state's best-performing counties, signaling reasonable health management.
Similar health outcomes to nearby counties
Caroline's 74.9-year life expectancy closely mirrors Buckingham (74.8 years) and trails only Campbell (76.5 years) among close neighbors. Its 8.0% uninsured rate essentially matches the state average of 7.9%, providing healthcare access comparable to surrounding areas.
Limited primary care, modest mental health support
Caroline County has just 10 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—among the lowest in the region—making preventive care access challenging. Mental health support is more available at 46 providers per 100,000, though gaps remain for comprehensive behavioral care.
Secure coverage to improve access
With limited primary care availability, ensuring continuous health insurance coverage becomes even more critical for Caroline residents. Visit healthcare.gov or contact a local navigator to find affordable plans that help you reach the care you need.
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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.