Richmond city Health Data
Richmond city, Virginia
Health Score
46/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
74.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.4 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.6%
State avg 7.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
106
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
524
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Richmond city, Virginia
Life expectancy lags national average
At 74.4 years, Richmond city's life expectancy falls below the U.S. average of 76.1 years, reflecting persistent health challenges in Virginia's capital. One in five residents report poor or fair health, compared to the national rate of 17.8%.
Below Virginia's health trend
Richmond city ranks below Virginia's average life expectancy of 75.1 years, placing it in the lower half of the state's 95 counties and cities. The city's 20.5% poor/fair health rate significantly exceeds Virginia's typical performance.
Urban health disparities in region
Richmond city trails its neighboring Roanoke city in life expectancy (74.4 vs. 70.2 years) but faces higher poor/fair health rates than surrounding suburban counties. Urban centers in Virginia show similar patterns of health challenges compared to regional peers.
Strong primary care presence
With 106 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Richmond city exceeds state needs and offers robust mental health support at 524 providers per 100,000. Still, 8.6% of residents lack health insurance, slightly above Virginia's 7.9% average.
Access health coverage today
If you're among Richmond city's uninsured residents, Virginia's health insurance marketplace and Medicaid programs can connect you to affordable coverage. Visit vaccines.gov or your local health department to explore options and improve your health outcomes.
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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.