Grayson County Health Data

Grayson County, Virginia

Health Score

44/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.6 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.2%

State avg 7.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

13

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

52

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Grayson County, Virginia

Grayson struggles on multiple fronts

At 74.6 years, Grayson County residents live 3.4 years below the U.S. average of 78.0 years. The county's 24.1% poor or fair health rate—among the highest nationally—signals widespread chronic disease and limited access to preventive care.

Poorest health outcomes in Virginia

Grayson's 74.6-year life expectancy and 24.1% poor health rate rank among Virginia's worst. The 0.5-year deficit versus the state average masks deeper disparities in hospital access and specialist availability.

Appalachian health crisis shared

Grayson's struggles mirror those of neighboring Halifax (72.1 years) and Greensville (71.4 years), creating a regional health equity challenge. All three counties face persistent primary care shortages and higher disease burden.

Severe provider shortage compounds crisis

With only 13 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Grayson faces the steepest provider shortage among these counties—less than one-third of better-served areas. At 7.2% uninsured, the gap compounds: those without insurance and those with it alike struggle to access timely care.

Coverage is your first defense

In a county with limited providers, having insurance speeds access to the care available. Call 1-800-MEDICARE or visit healthcare.gov to find coverage options that help you reach providers quickly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Grayson County, VA?
Grayson County has a health score of 44/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #89 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 Grayson County?
Life expectancy in Grayson County is 74.6 years. The Virginia state average is 75.1 years, making Grayson County below the state average.
How does Grayson County health compare to the Virginia average?
Grayson County's health score of 44/100 is below the Virginia average of 56/100. Life expectancy is 74.6 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 7.2% vs. 7.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Grayson County?
Key health factors for Grayson County include: life expectancy (74.6 years), uninsured rate (7.2%), and primary care physician access (13:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 52:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Grayson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 44/100 ("Below Average"), Grayson County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.6 years. 7.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Grayson County?
Grayson County's health score of 44/100 is below the Virginia average of 56/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.