Barbour County Health Data

Barbour County, West Virginia

Health Score

32/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.0 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

State avg 7.6%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

32

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

124

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Barbour County, West Virginia

Life expectancy lags behind national average

Barbour County residents live to an average of 72.0 years, about 6 years below the U.S. average of 78.0 years. Nearly one in four residents (25.6%) report poor or fair health, indicating significant chronic disease burden in the community.

Tracking slightly below West Virginia average

Barbour's 72.0-year life expectancy falls just short of West Virginia's 72.2-year state average, placing it in the middle tier of the state's 55 counties. The county's uninsured rate of 7.6% matches the state average exactly, suggesting comparable insurance coverage access.

Similar health outcomes to neighboring counties

Barbour's life expectancy and health metrics closely resemble those of Braxton County (73.5 years) and Calhoun County (71.5 years), reflecting similar socioeconomic conditions across central West Virginia. The county has 32 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—modestly below Berkeley County's 42 but on par with Boone County's 33.

Adequate mental health services, limited primary care

Barbour offers 124 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, better than most rural West Virginia counties, but only 32 primary care providers per 100,000. With 7.6% of residents uninsured, many residents depend on Medicaid and community health centers for routine care.

Check your coverage options today

If you're among Barbour's uninsured residents, visit healthcare.gov or contact the West Virginia Medicaid office to explore coverage options. Open enrollment periods and income-based assistance programs may help you find affordable health insurance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Barbour County, WV?
Barbour County has a health score of 32/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #35 out of 55 counties in West 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 Barbour County?
Life expectancy in Barbour County is 72.0 years. The West Virginia state average is 72.2 years, making Barbour County below the state average.
How does Barbour County health compare to the West Virginia average?
Barbour County's health score of 32/100 is below the West Virginia average of 37/100. Life expectancy is 72.0 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 7.6% statewide.
What health factors affect Barbour County?
Key health factors for Barbour County include: life expectancy (72.0 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (32:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 124:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Barbour County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 32/100 ("Below Average"), Barbour County faces health challenges compared to other counties in West Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.0 years. 7.6% 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 Barbour County?
Barbour County's health score of 32/100 is below the West Virginia average of 37/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.