King and Queen County Health Data

King and Queen County, Virginia

Health Score

39/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.7 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.5%

State avg 7.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

30

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in King and Queen County, Virginia

Life expectancy gap with the nation

At 73.7 years, King and Queen County residents live about 4.5 years shorter than the U.S. average of 78.2 years. The county's poor or fair health rate of 21.2% is significantly higher than the national average of 16%, signaling persistent health challenges.

Below Virginia's health baseline

King and Queen's 73.7-year life expectancy trails Virginia's state average of 75.1 years by 1.4 years. The county ranks among Virginia's lower-performing regions in life expectancy, reflecting broader health disparities in rural areas.

Among the region's least healthy

King and Queen's 21.2% poor/fair health rate ranks it alongside Lee County as one of the region's least healthy communities. Neighboring King William County (17.6%) and King George County (15.8%) both report better health outcomes, showing variability even among adjacent counties.

Healthcare access remains stretched

With 30 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and an uninsured rate of 9.5%—higher than Virginia's 7.9% average—many residents face barriers to care. Mental health provider data is limited, but existing primary care capacity suggests longer wait times for routine care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of King and Queen County, VA?
King and Queen County has a health score of 39/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #102 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 King and Queen County?
Life expectancy in King and Queen County is 73.7 years. The Virginia state average is 75.1 years, making King and Queen County below the state average.
How does King and Queen County health compare to the Virginia average?
King and Queen County's health score of 39/100 is below the Virginia average of 56/100. Life expectancy is 73.7 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 9.5% vs. 7.9% statewide.
What health factors affect King and Queen County?
Key health factors for King and Queen County include: life expectancy (73.7 years), uninsured rate (9.5%), and primary care physician access (30:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is King and Queen County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 39/100 ("Below Average"), King and Queen County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.7 years. 9.5% 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 King and Queen County?
King and Queen County's health score of 39/100 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.