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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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.