King William County Health Data

King William County, Virginia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

61/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.2 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.1%

State avg 7.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

33

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

68

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.6%

State avg 18.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

43.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 33.0 per 100K

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 King William County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureKing WilliamState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity34.3%37.9%37.6%3.6 pts better than state
Diabetes10.3%11.7%11.2%1.4 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure32.5%34.3%33.5%1.8 pts better than state
Depression24.7%24.3%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureKing WilliamState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.7%15.3%16.3%1.6 pts better than state
Binge Drinking17.3%15.8%17.8%1.5 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity22.8%25.8%27.0%3.0 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureKing WilliamState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.6%77.2%74.9%0.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)65.0%63.2%57.3%1.8 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.5%76.2%73.3%1.7 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureKing WilliamState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.2%18.5%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration38.0%38.1%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare King William County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Mental Health Professional Density Lags in King William County

Health data brief for King William County, Virginia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

King William County reports a mental health provider ratio of 68 per 100,000 residents, which is notably lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. The primary care provider ratio also stands at 33 per 100,000, trailing the national median of 70 per 100,000. In terms of health coverage, the county's uninsured rate is 7.1%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 7.9% and the national average of 10%. The life expectancy in King William County is 75.2 years, nearly matching the state average of 75.1 years but remaining below the national average of 77 years. About 17.6% of residents report their health as poor or fair, which is slightly higher than the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in King William 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 King William 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 King William County, VA?
King William County has a health score of 61/100, rated "Average." It ranks #54 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 William County?
Life expectancy in King William County is 75.2 years. The Virginia state average is 75.1 years, making King William County above the state average.
How does King William County health compare to the Virginia average?
King William County's health score of 61/100 is above the Virginia average of 56/100. Life expectancy is 75.2 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 7.1% vs. 7.9% statewide.
What health factors affect King William County?
Key health factors for King William County include: life expectancy (75.2 years), uninsured rate (7.1%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 68:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is King William County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 61/100 ("Average"), King William County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.2 years. 7.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is King William County healthier than the Virginia average?
King William County's health score of 61/100 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. King William County has better primary care access (33:1 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.