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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Richmond city, VA?
Richmond city has a health score of 46/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #87 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 Richmond city?
Life expectancy in Richmond city is 74.4 years. The Virginia state average is 75.1 years, making Richmond city below the state average.
How does Richmond city health compare to the Virginia average?
Richmond city's health score of 46/100 is below the Virginia average of 56/100. Life expectancy is 74.4 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 8.6% vs. 7.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Richmond city?
Key health factors for Richmond city include: life expectancy (74.4 years), uninsured rate (8.6%), and primary care physician access (106:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 524:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Richmond city a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 46/100 ("Below Average"), Richmond city faces health challenges compared to other counties in Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.4 years. 8.6% 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 Richmond city?
Richmond city's health score of 46/100 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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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.