Radford city Health Data
Radford city, Virginia
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
61/100
Average
Life Expectancy
74.8 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.8 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.9%
State avg 7.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
55
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
259
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
18.7%
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 Radford city differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Radford city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 40.5% | 37.9% | 37.6% | 2.6 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 13.7% | 11.7% | 11.2% | 2.0 pts worse than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.5% | 34.3% | 33.5% | 3.2 pts worse than state |
| Depression | 27.9% | 24.3% | 24.1% | 3.6 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Radford city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 18.5% | 15.3% | 16.3% | 3.2 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% | 15.8% | 17.8% | 0.6 pts better than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.0% | 25.8% | 27.0% | 3.2 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Radford city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 77.3% | 77.2% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 62.1% | 63.2% | 57.3% | 1.1 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 75.2% | 76.2% | 73.3% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Radford city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 20.7% | 18.5% | 18.6% | 2.2 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 36.7% | 38.1% | 37.3% | 1.4 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Radford city nationally on depression.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Radford City Uninsured Rate Lower Than State and National Averages
Health data brief for Radford city, Virginia.
In Radford City, the uninsured rate is 5.9%, which is lower than the Virginia average of 7.9% and the national average of 10%. This lower rate of residents without health coverage is the city's most distinctive health metric. The average life expectancy in the city is 74.8 years, compared to 75.1 years for the state and 77 years for the nation. About 18.7% of residents report poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. Access to care includes 55 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is 259 per 100,000, which is slightly above the national median of 250. These statistics reflect the insurance landscape and health service availability for the city population. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Radford 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 Radford 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.