Fluvanna County Health Data

Fluvanna County, Virginia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

82/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.7 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.9%

State avg 7.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

22

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

112

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.8%

State avg 18.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

14.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 21.6 per 100K

Dentists

3.6

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 Fluvanna County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureFluvannaState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.8%37.9%37.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.9%11.7%11.2%1.8 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure31.5%34.3%33.5%2.8 pts better than state
Depression24.8%24.3%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureFluvannaState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking12.6%15.3%16.3%2.7 pts better than state
Binge Drinking16.4%15.8%17.8%0.6 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity21.4%25.8%27.0%4.4 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureFluvannaState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup78.0%77.2%74.9%0.8 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)65.9%63.2%57.3%2.7 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.6%76.2%73.3%0.6 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureFluvannaState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.6%18.5%18.6%0.9 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration37.7%38.1%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Fluvanna County nationally on physical inactivity.

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

Data Story

Fluvanna County Uninsured Rate Lower Than State Level

Health data brief for Fluvanna County, Virginia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

The uninsured rate in Fluvanna County is 5.9%, which is lower than the Virginia state rate of 7.9% and the national rate of 10%. According to CDC data, life expectancy in the county is 79.7 years, exceeding the state figure of 75.1 years and the national average of 77 years. Clinical access data indicates there are 22 primary care physicians per 100,000 residents, a lower concentration than the national median of 70. There are also 112 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, while the national median is 250. Roughly 16.8% of the population reports fair or poor health, which is similar to the 17% national figure. These data points provide a statistical overview of the county’s clinical environment and health outcomes. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Fluvanna 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.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Fluvanna County.

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.

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 Fluvanna County, VA?
Fluvanna County has a health score of 82/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #18 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 Fluvanna County?
Life expectancy in Fluvanna County is 79.7 years. The Virginia state average is 75.1 years, making Fluvanna County above the state average.
How does Fluvanna County health compare to the Virginia average?
Fluvanna County's health score of 82/100 is above the Virginia average of 56/100. Life expectancy is 79.7 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 5.9% vs. 7.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Fluvanna County?
Key health factors for Fluvanna County include: life expectancy (79.7 years), uninsured rate (5.9%), and primary care physician access (22:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 112:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Fluvanna County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 82/100 ("Excellent"), Fluvanna County is one of the healthier counties in Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.7 years. 5.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Fluvanna County healthier than the Virginia average?
Fluvanna County's health score of 82/100 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. Fluvanna County has better primary care access (22:1 ratio) than the state average (59:1).

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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.