Surry County Health Data

Surry County, Virginia

Health Score

58/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.6 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

15

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Surry County, Virginia

Surry's life expectancy edges ahead

At 75.6 years, Surry residents live slightly longer than the U.S. average of 74.5 years, a modest advantage reflected in its 20.1% poor/fair health rate. This solid performance suggests generally stable health outcomes for the county, though nearly one in five residents reports struggling with their health.

Outpacing Virginia's baseline

Surry's 75.6-year life expectancy tops Virginia's 75.1-year state average, ranking it among healthier Virginia communities. The county's 6.5% uninsured rate also beats the state average of 7.9%, giving more residents access to care.

Surry leads nearby rural counties

Compared to neighboring Sussex County (72.2 years) and Westmoreland County (75.3 years), Surry performs competitively on life expectancy. However, Surry lags on primary care providers at 15 per 100K—less than half the availability in nearby Warren County (59 per 100K).

Limited providers, lower uninsured rates

Only 15 primary care providers per 100K residents serve Surry—a significant gap for rural healthcare—though mental health support is more robust at 46 providers per 100K. The county's strong insurance rate (93.5% covered) means most residents have a path to care, but finding that care locally remains a daily challenge.

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If you're among the 6.5% of Surry residents without insurance, now is the time to explore your options through Virginia's Health Insurance Marketplace or Medicaid. Covered residents report better health outcomes—invest in your future by getting protected today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Surry County, VA?
Surry County has a health score of 58/100, rated "Average." It ranks #60 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 Surry County?
Life expectancy in Surry County is 75.6 years. The Virginia state average is 75.1 years, making Surry County above the state average.
How does Surry County health compare to the Virginia average?
Surry County's health score of 58/100 is above the Virginia average of 56/100. Life expectancy is 75.6 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 6.5% vs. 7.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Surry County?
Key health factors for Surry County include: life expectancy (75.6 years), uninsured rate (6.5%), and primary care physician access (15:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 46:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Surry County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 58/100 ("Average"), Surry County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.6 years. 6.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Surry County healthier than the Virginia average?
Surry County's health score of 58/100 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. Surry County has better primary care access (15:1 ratio) than the state average (59:1).

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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.