Prince William County Health Data
Prince William County, Virginia
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
73/100
Average
Life Expectancy
80.6 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
80.6 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.9%
State avg 7.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
44
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
176
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
15.7%
State avg 18.6%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
16.9
per 100K residentsCDC: 44.2 per 100K
Dentists
4.7
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
6.0
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 Prince William County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Prince William | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 33.7% | 37.9% | 37.6% | 4.2 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 10.8% | 11.7% | 11.2% | 0.9 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% | 34.3% | 33.5% | 2.4 pts better than state |
| Depression | 20.1% | 24.3% | 24.1% | 4.2 pts better than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Prince William | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 10.9% | 15.3% | 16.3% | 4.4 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% | 15.8% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.0% | 25.8% | 27.0% | 2.8 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Prince William | 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) | 68.9% | 63.2% | 57.3% | 5.7 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 78.3% | 76.2% | 73.3% | 2.1 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Prince William | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 15.1% | 18.5% | 18.6% | 3.4 pts better than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 38.1% | 38.1% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Prince William 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
Prince William County Life Expectancy High Compared to National Average
Health data brief for Prince William County, Virginia.
Life expectancy in Prince William County is 80.6 years, which is notably higher than the Virginia state average of 75.1 years and the national average of 77 years. This longevity figure is the most prominent health indicator for the county. Approximately 15.7% of residents report being in poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate stands at 9.9%, which is higher than the state average of 7.9% but slightly lower than the national rate of 10%. Provider data shows there are 44 primary care physicians per 100,000 residents, lower than the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is 176 per 100,000, also below the national median of 250. These statistics offer a clear view of the health outcomes and professional staffing levels within the county. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
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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.