Powhatan County Health Data
Powhatan County, Virginia
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
85/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
77.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.3%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
77.9 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.3%
State avg 7.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
55
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
56
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
13.2%
State avg 18.6%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
9.7
per 100K residentsCDC: 54.6 per 100K
Dentists
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 Powhatan County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Powhatan | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 35.5% | 37.9% | 37.6% | 2.4 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 9.4% | 11.7% | 11.2% | 2.3 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% | 34.3% | 33.5% | 3.0 pts better than state |
| Depression | 23.6% | 24.3% | 24.1% | 0.7 pts better than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Powhatan | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 12.6% | 15.3% | 16.3% | 2.7 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% | 15.8% | 17.8% | 2.4 pts worse than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.9% | 25.8% | 27.0% | 4.9 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Powhatan | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 76.8% | 77.2% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 72.3% | 63.2% | 57.3% | 9.1 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 80.9% | 76.2% | 73.3% | 4.7 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Powhatan | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 17.5% | 18.5% | 18.6% | 1.0 pts better than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 31.2% | 38.1% | 37.3% | 6.9 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Powhatan 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
Mental Health Provider Density in Powhatan County Below National Median
Health data brief for Powhatan County, Virginia.
Powhatan County has 56 mental health providers for every 100,000 residents, a ratio significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. This data point marks the county's widest gap compared to national healthcare resource benchmarks. The county's life expectancy is 77.9 years, which is higher than both the state average of 75.1 years and the national average of 77 years. Approximately 13.2% of residents report poor or fair health, a lower percentage than the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in the county is 6.3%, compared to 7.9% for Virginia and 10% for the United States. Furthermore, the primary care provider ratio is 55 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70. These statistics provide a snapshot of local health conditions and available medical professionals. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Powhatan 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 Powhatan 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.