Lewis County Health Data
Lewis County, West Virginia
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
32/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
70.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
70.3 yr
State avg 72.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.2%
State avg 7.6%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
41
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
218
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
24.6%
State avg 24.7%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
47.6
per 100K residentsCDC: 41.4 per 100K
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
23.8
per 100K residents
Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.
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 Lewis County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Lewis | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 39.9% | 41.3% | 37.6% | 1.4 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 13.4% | 13.2% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.8% | 39.0% | 33.5% | 1.2 pts better than state |
| Depression | 32.7% | 32.4% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Lewis | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 21.6% | 21.4% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% | 16.0% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.6% | 32.6% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Lewis | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 77.5% | 77.9% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 51.8% | 52.1% | 57.3% | near state average |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 73.9% | 74.4% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Lewis | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 23.7% | 23.4% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 44.7% | 43.0% | 37.3% | 1.7 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Lewis County nationally on short sleep duration.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Lewis County Life Expectancy Trends Below State Average
Health data brief for Lewis County, West Virginia.
The most distinctive data point for Lewis County is its life expectancy of 70.3 years, which is nearly two years shorter than the state average of 72.2 years and almost seven years below the national average of 77 years. The county also reports a poor or fair health rate of 24.6%, which is higher than the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in Lewis County is 7.2%, which is lower than the state average of 7.6% and the national average of 10%. Access to care includes 41 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is below the national median of 70. There are 218 mental health providers per 100,000, a figure closer to the national median of 250 than many neighboring counties. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Lewis County, West 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
Compare all on Medicare.gov →Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital
ERWilliam R Sharpe, Jr Hospital
eHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Lewis County residents.
Compare Plans →HealthMarkets
Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in West Virginia.
Get a Quote →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Lewis County, WV?
What is the life expectancy in Lewis County?
How does Lewis County health compare to the West Virginia average?
What health factors affect Lewis County?
Is Lewis County a healthy place to live?
What are the biggest health challenges in Lewis County?
Counties with Similar Health Profile
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.