York County Health Data

York County, Virginia

Health Score

91/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.9 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.0%

State avg 7.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

116

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

140

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in York County, Virginia

York County leads nation in health outcomes

York County residents live to 80.9 years, nearly 4.5 years above the U.S. average of 76.4 years, ranking among America's healthiest communities. Just 13.3% report poor or fair health—well below the national 21% rate—signaling exceptional population wellness.

Virginia's healthiest county by far

York County's 80.9-year life expectancy towers 5.8 years above Virginia's 75.1-year average, making it the state's clear health leader. The county's 13.3% poor/fair health rate far exceeds state wellness benchmarks, cementing its top-tier status.

York County outpaces every regional peer

York's 80.9-year life expectancy dominates all four regional comparisons—Williamsburg (78.7), Wythe (72.6), Winchester (74.2), and Wise (70.8). At just 13.3% poor/fair health, York edges even Williamsburg, establishing it as the region's unambiguous health leader.

Highest coverage, strong provider network

York County's 6.0% uninsured rate—the lowest among these five communities—ensures nearly all residents have health coverage. With 116 primary care and 140 mental health providers per 100K, the county offers solid provider access supporting its superior health outcomes.

York County: maintain coverage excellence

Just 6% of York County residents lack insurance—the best rate in this group—but maintaining that coverage is essential. Review your plan options annually at healthcare.gov to ensure you're on the plan that best serves your family.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of York County, VA?
York County has a health score of 91/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #6 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 York County?
Life expectancy in York County is 80.9 years. The Virginia state average is 75.1 years, making York County above the state average.
How does York County health compare to the Virginia average?
York County's health score of 91/100 is above the Virginia average of 56/100. Life expectancy is 80.9 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 6.0% vs. 7.9% statewide.
What health factors affect York County?
Key health factors for York County include: life expectancy (80.9 years), uninsured rate (6.0%), and primary care physician access (116:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 140:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is York County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 91/100 ("Excellent"), York County is one of the healthier counties in Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.9 years. 6.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is York County healthier than the Virginia average?
York County's health score of 91/100 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.

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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.