Mason County Health Data
Mason County, West Virginia
Health Score
36/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
71.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
71.1 yr
State avg 72.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.4%
State avg 7.6%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
48
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
36
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Mason County, West Virginia
Mason County trails U.S. health benchmarks
Life expectancy in Mason County is 71.1 years, falling 5.3 years short of the national average of 76.4 years and indicating significant health disparities. Nearly 1 in 4 residents (24.4%) report poor or fair health, compared to 17.9% nationally, suggesting chronic disease and lifestyle factors are taking a toll.
Below average for West Virginia
Mason County's 71.1-year life expectancy falls notably below West Virginia's 72.2-year state average, ranking it among the state's less healthy counties. This gap suggests that local health challenges deserve urgent attention and targeted investment.
Worse off than regional peers
Mason County's life expectancy of 71.1 years lags McDowell County (65.1 years) is worse, but significantly trails healthier neighbors like Marshall County (74.3 years) and Mineral County (73.5 years). The uninsured rate of 6.4% is slightly below the state average of 7.6%, providing some protection—though 1 in 15 residents still lack coverage.
Strongest primary care access in its peer group
Mason County boasts 48 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, exceeding most neighboring counties and providing solid entry-point healthcare access. With 36 mental health providers per 100,000, the county offers moderate behavioral health support, though demand may still exceed availability in rural areas.
Healthcare access starts with coverage
Mason County's 6.4% uninsured rate leaves about 1 in 15 residents without protection. Explore plans on healthcare.gov or contact your local health department to find affordable coverage that works for your household.
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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.