Martinsville city Health Data
Martinsville city, Virginia
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
26/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
65.8 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
65.8 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.8%
State avg 7.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
516
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
25.4%
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 Martinsville city differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Martinsville city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 44.7% | 37.9% | 37.6% | 6.8 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 15.9% | 11.7% | 11.2% | 4.2 pts worse than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.8% | 34.3% | 33.5% | 6.5 pts worse than state |
| Depression | 23.9% | 24.3% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Martinsville city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 19.3% | 15.3% | 16.3% | 4.0 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 13.0% | 15.8% | 17.8% | 2.8 pts better than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.9% | 25.8% | 27.0% | 7.1 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Martinsville city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 78.9% | 77.2% | 74.9% | 1.7 pts better than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 53.1% | 63.2% | 57.3% | 10.1 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 75.3% | 76.2% | 73.3% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Martinsville city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 20.6% | 18.5% | 18.6% | 2.1 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 44.1% | 38.1% | 37.3% | 6.0 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Martinsville city nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Martinsville Life Expectancy Lower Than Regional and National Benchmarks
Health data brief for Martinsville city, Virginia.
In Martinsville city, life expectancy is 65.8 years, which is more than 11 years shorter than the national average of 77 years and lower than the Virginia state average of 75.1 years. Public health data indicates that 25.4% of residents report poor or fair health, a figure that is higher than the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in the city is 7.8%, which is comparable to the state average of 7.9% and lower than the national average of 10%. While primary care provider data is not currently available, there are 516 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, more than double the national median of 250 per 100,000. These statistics detail the current health and longevity landscape of the city. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Martinsville city, 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 Martinsville city.
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.