Colonial Heights city Health Data
Colonial Heights city, Virginia
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
53/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
71.8 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
71.8 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
126
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
256
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
16.7%
State avg 18.6%
National avg 19.6%
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 Colonial Heights city differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Colonial Heights city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 37.7% | 37.9% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 10.5% | 11.7% | 11.2% | 1.2 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% | 34.3% | 33.5% | 1.8 pts better than state |
| Depression | 23.7% | 24.3% | 24.1% | 0.6 pts better than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Colonial Heights city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 13.1% | 15.3% | 16.3% | 2.2 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% | 15.8% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% | 25.8% | 27.0% | 1.8 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Colonial Heights city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 77.6% | 77.2% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 66.1% | 63.2% | 57.3% | 2.9 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 80.3% | 76.2% | 73.3% | 4.1 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Colonial Heights city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 17.7% | 18.5% | 18.6% | 0.8 pts better than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 39.2% | 38.1% | 37.3% | 1.1 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Colonial Heights city nationally on mammography (women 50–74).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Colonial Heights city primary care provider ratio exceeds national median
Health data brief for Colonial Heights city, Virginia.
Colonial Heights features 126 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national median of 70 per 100,000. While the city has a high provider concentration, life expectancy is 71.8 years, which is shorter than the state measure of 75.1 years and the national figure of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 7.0%, lower than the state rate of 7.9% and the national rate of 10%. Mental health providers are available at a rate of 256 per 100,000, which is higher than the national median of 250. Approximately 16.7% of adults report poor or fair health, matching the national figure of 17%. These metrics are published by the CDC County Health Rankings and the NPPES. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology for further data information.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Colonial Heights city, 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.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Colonial Heights city.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
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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.