Chesterfield County Health Data

Chesterfield County, Virginia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

80/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.8 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.0%

State avg 7.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

81

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

267

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

14.3%

State avg 18.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

27.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 80.7 per 100K

Dentists

9.1

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

14.3

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 Chesterfield County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureChesterfieldState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity36.1%37.9%37.6%1.8 pts better than state
Diabetes10.8%11.7%11.2%0.9 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure33.4%34.3%33.5%0.9 pts better than state
Depression21.8%24.3%24.1%2.5 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureChesterfieldState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking11.4%15.3%16.3%3.9 pts better than state
Binge Drinking14.8%15.8%17.8%1.0 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity21.9%25.8%27.0%3.9 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureChesterfieldState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.8%77.2%74.9%0.6 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)70.5%63.2%57.3%7.3 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)81.7%76.2%73.3%5.5 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureChesterfieldState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.9%18.5%18.6%1.6 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration34.5%38.1%37.3%3.6 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Chesterfield County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Chesterfield County adults report lower rates of poor health than national median

Health data brief for Chesterfield County, Virginia.

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

Adults in Chesterfield County report poor or fair health at a rate of 14.3%, which is lower than the national figure of 17%. Life expectancy in the county is 77.8 years, which is higher than the state figure of 75.1 years and the national figure of 77 years. The uninsured rate stands at 7.0%, tracking lower than both the state measure of 7.9% and the national mark of 10%. Access to clinical care includes 81 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national median of 70. Mental health provider availability is also higher than the national median of 250, reaching 267 providers per 100,000 residents. Data collected by the Census and CDC provide these figures for analysis. Explore state-level data for Virginia for comparison.

Get Care in Chesterfield County, Virginia

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.

Bon Secours St Francis Medical Center

ER
3/5
(804) 594-7400
13710 St Francis Boulevard, Midlothian, VA 23114
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Church

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 Chesterfield County, VA?
Chesterfield County has a health score of 80/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #19 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 Chesterfield County?
Life expectancy in Chesterfield County is 77.8 years. The Virginia state average is 75.1 years, making Chesterfield County above the state average.
How does Chesterfield County health compare to the Virginia average?
Chesterfield County's health score of 80/100 is above the Virginia average of 56/100. Life expectancy is 77.8 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 7.0% vs. 7.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Chesterfield County?
Key health factors for Chesterfield County include: life expectancy (77.8 years), uninsured rate (7.0%), and primary care physician access (81:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 267:1 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 80/100 ("Excellent"), Chesterfield County is one of the healthier counties in Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.8 years. 7.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Chesterfield County healthier than the Virginia average?
Chesterfield County's health score of 80/100 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.

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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.