Marshall County Health Data
Marshall County, West Virginia
Health Score
51/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
74.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.3%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.3 yr
State avg 72.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.3%
State avg 7.6%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
37
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
27
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Marshall County, West Virginia
Marshall County lives longer than most
At 74.3 years, Marshall County residents live 2.4 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years—a notable achievement for a rural West Virginia county. Just 21.7% report poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17.9%, suggesting health challenges remain despite the strong life expectancy figure.
Outperforming West Virginia by two years
Marshall County's 74.3-year life expectancy ranks it well above West Virginia's 72.2-year state average, placing it among the healthier counties in the state. This 2.1-year advantage reflects better health outcomes and fewer preventable deaths than most of its neighboring counties.
Healthier than Mineral, slightly ahead of Monroe
Marshall County's life expectancy of 74.3 years outpaces neighboring Mineral County (73.5 years) and Monroe County (72.3 years), though Monongalia County's 77.6 years shows what region-wide health investments can achieve. Marshall's uninsured rate of 6.3% is lower than the state average of 7.6%, giving residents better access to preventive care.
Moderate provider access supports community health
With 37 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Marshall County offers adequate baseline access, though the state average of 41 suggests room for growth. Mental health providers at 27 per 100,000 are below state capacity, meaning residents seeking behavioral health support may face wait times or travel.
Check insurance options to stay protected
Marshall County's 6.3% uninsured rate is better than the state average, but 1 in 16 residents still lack coverage. Visit healthcare.gov or your state marketplace to explore plans that fit your family's needs and budget.
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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.