Mineral County Health Data

Mineral County, West Virginia

Health Score

52/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.5 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.4%

State avg 7.6%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

30

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

86

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Mineral County, West Virginia

Mineral County outperforms national averages

At 73.5 years, Mineral County's life expectancy trails the U.S. average of 76.4 years by just 2.9 years—a relatively small gap for a rural Appalachian county. Only 21.7% of residents report poor or fair health, matching Marshall County and beating the national average of 17.9%, signaling effective community health management.

Among West Virginia's healthier counties

Mineral County's 73.5-year life expectancy exceeds West Virginia's 72.2-year state average by 1.3 years, placing it in the upper tier of state health rankings. The 5.4% uninsured rate is the lowest in this group and well below the state average of 7.6%, reflecting strong coverage infrastructure.

Outpaces most peers except Monongalia

Mineral County's 73.5-year life expectancy ranks second only to Monongalia County (77.6 years) and exceeds all other regional peers, from Marshall (74.3 years) to Monroe (72.3 years). The 5.4% uninsured rate is the lowest in the region, giving nearly 19 in 20 residents healthcare protection.

Moderate providers, strong mental health support

With 30 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Mineral County offers baseline primary care access, though demand may strain capacity in some areas. Mental health support is robust at 86 providers per 100,000, well above state average, helping residents manage behavioral health needs effectively.

Keep Mineral County healthy—stay covered

Mineral County's 5.4% uninsured rate is the best in the group, but roughly 1 in 18 residents still lack coverage. Visit healthcare.gov to verify your current plan or explore options if you're uninsured or underinsured.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Mineral County, WV?
Mineral County has a health score of 52/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #6 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 Mineral County?
Life expectancy in Mineral County is 73.5 years. The West Virginia state average is 72.2 years, making Mineral County above the state average.
How does Mineral County health compare to the West Virginia average?
Mineral County's health score of 52/100 is above the West Virginia average of 37/100. Life expectancy is 73.5 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 5.4% vs. 7.6% statewide.
What health factors affect Mineral County?
Key health factors for Mineral County include: life expectancy (73.5 years), uninsured rate (5.4%), and primary care physician access (30:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 86:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Mineral County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 52/100 ("Below Average"), Mineral County faces health challenges compared to other counties in West Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.5 years. 5.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Mineral County healthier than the West Virginia average?
Mineral County's health score of 52/100 exceeds the West Virginia average of 37/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Mineral County has better primary care access (30:1 ratio) than the state average (54:1).

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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.