Fairfax city Health Data
Fairfax city, Virginia
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
67/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.1 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
8
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
2219
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
14.5%
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 Fairfax city differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Fairfax city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 31.6% | 37.9% | 37.6% | 6.3 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 10.2% | 11.7% | 11.2% | 1.5 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.5% | 34.3% | 33.5% | 4.8 pts better than state |
| Depression | 19.7% | 24.3% | 24.1% | 4.6 pts better than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Fairfax city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 9.2% | 15.3% | 16.3% | 6.1 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% | 15.8% | 17.8% | 0.6 pts better than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% | 25.8% | 27.0% | 5.4 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Fairfax city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 77.8% | 77.2% | 74.9% | 0.6 pts better than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 68.8% | 63.2% | 57.3% | 5.6 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 76.9% | 76.2% | 73.3% | 0.7 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Fairfax city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 14.2% | 18.5% | 18.6% | 4.3 pts better than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 34.9% | 38.1% | 37.3% | 3.2 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Fairfax city nationally on obesity.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Fairfax city Features High Density of Mental Health Care Providers
Health data brief for Fairfax city, Virginia.
Fairfax city reports 2,219 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure that is more than eight times the national median of 250. This provider density stands out as the most distinctive health statistic for the city. Conversely, the primary care provider ratio is 8 per 100,000 residents, which is much lower than the national median of 70. Life expectancy in the city is 76.1 years, which is higher than the Virginia state figure of 75.1 years but slightly lower than the national figure of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 8.8%, compared to the state figure of 7.9%. Residents reporting poor or fair health status represent 14.5% of the population, which is lower than the national figure of 17%. Explore state-level health data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Fairfax 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 Fairfax 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.