Salem city Health Data
Salem city, Virginia
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
68/100
Average
Life Expectancy
73.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.2 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.5%
State avg 7.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
138
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
879
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
14.9%
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 Salem city differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Salem city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 36.2% | 37.9% | 37.6% | 1.7 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 10.4% | 11.7% | 11.2% | 1.3 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% | 34.3% | 33.5% | 2.4 pts better than state |
| Depression | 25.7% | 24.3% | 24.1% | 1.4 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Salem city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 13.9% | 15.3% | 16.3% | 1.4 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% | 15.8% | 17.8% | 1.1 pts worse than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.2% | 25.8% | 27.0% | 2.6 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Salem city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 76.9% | 77.2% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 68.3% | 63.2% | 57.3% | 5.1 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 78.2% | 76.2% | 73.3% | 2.0 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Salem city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 18.2% | 18.5% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 38.2% | 38.1% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Salem city nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Salem City Mental Health Provider Density Triple National Median
Health data brief for Salem city, Virginia.
Salem city has 879 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, more than triple the national median of 250 per 100,000. The city’s primary care provider ratio is also high at 138 per 100,000, compared to the national median of 70. The uninsured rate in Salem is 5.5%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 7.9% and the national average of 10%. Life expectancy is 73.2 years, trailing the state average of 75.1 and the national average of 77. Meanwhile, 14.9% of residents report poor or fair health, which is lower than the national average of 17%. These datasets are reported from the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System and the CDC. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
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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.