Waynesboro city Health Data
Waynesboro city, Virginia
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
47/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
73.6 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.6 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.8%
State avg 7.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
84
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
198
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
18.5%
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 Waynesboro city differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Waynesboro city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 38.6% | 37.9% | 37.6% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 11.4% | 11.7% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.8% | 34.3% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 25.0% | 24.3% | 24.1% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Waynesboro city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 15.4% | 15.3% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% | 15.8% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.3% | 25.8% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Waynesboro city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 76.7% | 77.2% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 62.5% | 63.2% | 57.3% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 73.9% | 76.2% | 73.3% | 2.3 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Waynesboro city | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 18.8% | 18.5% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 37.7% | 38.1% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Waynesboro city nationally on mammography (women 50–74).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Life Expectancy in Waynesboro City Trails Virginia State Average
Health data brief for Waynesboro city, Virginia.
Life expectancy in Waynesboro city is 73.6 years, lower than the Virginia state average of 75.1 years and the national average of 77 years. This health outcome metric aligns with a report showing that 18.5% of residents describe their health as poor or fair, which is higher than the national average of 17%. Primary care provider access is 84 per 100,000 residents, higher than the national median of 70. For mental health, the city reports 198 providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250. The uninsured rate in Waynesboro is 8.8%, higher than the Virginia state average of 7.9% but lower than the national average of 10%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Waynesboro city, Virginia
Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Waynesboro city.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
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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.