Madison County Health Data
Madison County, Virginia
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
67/100
Average
Life Expectancy
78.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.4 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
State avg 7.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
7
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
43
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
16.6%
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 Madison County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Madison | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 37.7% | 37.9% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 10.2% | 11.7% | 11.2% | 1.5 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% | 34.3% | 33.5% | 2.4 pts better than state |
| Depression | 25.2% | 24.3% | 24.1% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Madison | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 14.6% | 15.3% | 16.3% | 0.7 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% | 15.8% | 17.8% | 1.2 pts worse than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.6% | 25.8% | 27.0% | 2.2 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Madison | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 76.4% | 77.2% | 74.9% | 0.8 pts worse than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 66.0% | 63.2% | 57.3% | 2.8 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 76.4% | 76.2% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Madison | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 18.5% | 18.5% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 35.4% | 38.1% | 37.3% | 2.7 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Madison County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Madison County Primary Care Access Lowest Among Regional Neighbors
Health data brief for Madison County, Virginia.
Madison County has a primary care provider ratio of 7 per 100,000 residents, a figure significantly lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. For mental health services, the county has 43 providers per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 250. Life expectancy in the county is 78.4 years, which is higher than both the Virginia state average of 75.1 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate stands at 9.4%, which is higher than the state average of 7.9% but lower than the national average of 10%. About 16.6% of residents report poor or fair health, which is consistent with the national average of 17%. These numbers provide a view of local provider capacity and resident health. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Madison 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 Madison 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.
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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.