Staunton city Health Data
Staunton city, Virginia
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
59/100
Average
Life Expectancy
74.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.9 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.2%
State avg 7.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
47
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
780
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
18.0%
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 Staunton city differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Staunton city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 36.6% | 37.9% | 37.6% | 1.3 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 10.7% | 11.7% | 11.2% | 1.0 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.4% | 34.3% | 33.5% | 1.9 pts better than state |
| Depression | 25.6% | 24.3% | 24.1% | 1.3 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Staunton city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 13.9% | 15.3% | 16.3% | 1.4 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% | 15.8% | 17.8% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.8% | 25.8% | 27.0% | 2.0 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Staunton city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 77.3% | 77.2% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 63.9% | 63.2% | 57.3% | 0.7 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 77.3% | 76.2% | 73.3% | 1.1 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Staunton city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 18.5% | 18.5% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 37.2% | 38.1% | 37.3% | 0.9 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Staunton city nationally on physical inactivity.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Staunton City Mental Health Provider Ratio Triples National Median
Health data brief for Staunton city, Virginia.
Staunton city has 780 mental health providers for every 100,000 residents, a figure more than triple the national median of 250 per 100,000. In contrast, the primary care provider ratio is 47 per 100,000, which is lower than the national median of 70. The city's life expectancy is 74.9 years, slightly lower than both the Virginia state average of 75.1 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 7.2%, which is lower than the Virginia average of 7.9% and the national average of 10%. Approximately 18.0% of residents report poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
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.