Nottoway County Health Data

Nottoway County, Virginia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

31/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.6 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

39

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

122

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

23.9%

State avg 18.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

51.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 38.5 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

6.4

per 100K residents

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 Nottoway County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureNottowayState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity43.4%37.9%37.6%5.5 pts worse than state
Diabetes14.5%11.7%11.2%2.8 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure39.4%34.3%33.5%5.1 pts worse than state
Depression22.7%24.3%24.1%1.6 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureNottowayState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.2%15.3%16.3%2.9 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking14.9%15.8%17.8%0.9 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity29.7%25.8%27.0%3.9 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureNottowayState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup78.0%77.2%74.9%0.8 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)54.7%63.2%57.3%8.5 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)76.9%76.2%73.3%0.7 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureNottowayState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.3%18.5%18.6%0.8 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration40.1%38.1%37.3%2.0 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Nottoway 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

Nottoway County Adult Health Ratings Differ From National Benchmarks

Health data brief for Nottoway County, Virginia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Nottoway County, 23.9% of residents report being in poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. This metric is the county's most distinct health indicator compared to broader benchmarks. Life expectancy is 72.6 years, shorter than the Virginia average of 75.1 years and the national mark of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 9.4%, exceeding the state's 7.9% and nearing the national 10% level. Access to medical care includes 39 primary care providers and 122 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, both of which are lower than the national medians of 70 and 250 respectively. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Nottoway 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 Nottoway 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 Nottoway County, VA?
Nottoway County has a health score of 31/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #125 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 Nottoway County?
Life expectancy in Nottoway County is 72.6 years. The Virginia state average is 75.1 years, making Nottoway County below the state average.
How does Nottoway County health compare to the Virginia average?
Nottoway County's health score of 31/100 is below the Virginia average of 56/100. Life expectancy is 72.6 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 9.4% vs. 7.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Nottoway County?
Key health factors for Nottoway County include: life expectancy (72.6 years), uninsured rate (9.4%), and primary care physician access (39:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 122:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Nottoway County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 31/100 ("Below Average"), Nottoway County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.6 years. 9.4% 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 Nottoway County?
Nottoway County's health score of 31/100 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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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.