Roanoke County Health Data

Roanoke County, Virginia

Health Score

79/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.5%

State avg 7.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

124

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

330

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Roanoke County, Virginia

Life expectancy outpaces national average

At 77.5 years, Roanoke County residents live longer than the U.S. average of 76.1 years, with only 15.1% reporting poor or fair health. This performance reflects strong community health outcomes and effective healthcare management.

Virginia's healthiest counties

Roanoke County ranks among Virginia's top performers with a 77.5-year life expectancy, exceeding the state average of 75.1 years by 2.4 years. Its 15.1% poor/fair health rate is among the best in the state.

Regional health leader

Roanoke County significantly outperforms its urban neighbor Roanoke city (77.5 vs. 70.2 years) and leads most adjacent counties in life expectancy and wellness metrics. The county's suburban and rural health infrastructure supports longevity.

Strong coverage and provider access

With 124 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—above state and national benchmarks—and 330 mental health providers, Roanoke County provides robust healthcare infrastructure. Just 6.5% lack insurance, the lowest rate in this peer group.

Maintain excellent health coverage

Roanoke County's strong health outcomes correlate with high insurance rates; if you're among the 6.5% uninsured, marketplace and Medicaid options can complete your healthcare safety net. Visit vacciness.gov to explore plans and sustain the county's health advantage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Roanoke County, VA?
Roanoke County has a health score of 79/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #21 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 Roanoke County?
Life expectancy in Roanoke County is 77.5 years. The Virginia state average is 75.1 years, making Roanoke County above the state average.
How does Roanoke County health compare to the Virginia average?
Roanoke County's health score of 79/100 is above the Virginia average of 56/100. Life expectancy is 77.5 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 6.5% vs. 7.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Roanoke County?
Key health factors for Roanoke County include: life expectancy (77.5 years), uninsured rate (6.5%), and primary care physician access (124:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 330:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Roanoke County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 79/100 ("Excellent"), Roanoke County is one of the healthier counties in Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.5 years. 6.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Roanoke County healthier than the Virginia average?
Roanoke County's health score of 79/100 exceeds the Virginia average of 56/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.