Waynesboro city Health Data

Waynesboro city, Virginia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health 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

MeasureWaynesboro cityState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.6%37.9%37.6%0.7 pts worse than state
Diabetes11.4%11.7%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure33.8%34.3%33.5%near state average
Depression25.0%24.3%24.1%0.7 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureWaynesboro cityState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.4%15.3%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking15.8%15.8%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity26.3%25.8%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureWaynesboro cityState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.7%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

MeasureWaynesboro cityState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.8%18.5%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration37.7%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.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

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.

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.

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Waynesboro city, VA?
Waynesboro city has a health score of 47/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #84 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 Waynesboro city?
Life expectancy in Waynesboro city is 73.6 years. The Virginia state average is 75.1 years, making Waynesboro city below the state average.
How does Waynesboro city health compare to the Virginia average?
Waynesboro city's health score of 47/100 is below the Virginia average of 56/100. Life expectancy is 73.6 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 8.8% vs. 7.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Waynesboro city?
Key health factors for Waynesboro city include: life expectancy (73.6 years), uninsured rate (8.8%), and primary care physician access (84:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 198:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Waynesboro city a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 47/100 ("Below Average"), Waynesboro city faces health challenges compared to other counties in Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.6 years. 8.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Waynesboro city?
Waynesboro city's health score of 47/100 is below the Virginia average of 56/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.