Mingo County Health Data

Mingo County, West Virginia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

18/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

65.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

65.8 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.5%

State avg 7.6%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

13

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

241

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

29.7%

State avg 24.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

21.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 13.0 per 100K

Dentists

30.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

43.5

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 Mingo County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMingoState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity43.0%41.3%37.6%1.7 pts worse than state
Diabetes15.8%13.2%11.2%2.6 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure42.8%39.0%33.5%3.8 pts worse than state
Depression36.0%32.4%24.1%3.6 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMingoState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking28.0%21.4%16.3%6.6 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking14.5%16.0%17.8%1.5 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity41.5%32.6%27.0%8.9 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMingoState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.8%77.9%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)46.2%52.1%57.3%5.9 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.4%74.4%73.3%2.0 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMingoState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress26.6%23.4%18.6%3.2 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration48.7%43.0%37.3%5.7 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Mingo County nationally on physical inactivity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Life expectancy in Mingo County trails state and national benchmarks

Health data brief for Mingo County, West Virginia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

In Mingo County, life expectancy is 65.8 years, which is lower than the West Virginia average of 72.2 years and the national average of 77 years. Clinical data shows there are 13 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Mental health provider availability stands at 241 per 100,000 residents, which is close to the national median of 250 per 100,000. For health coverage, 9.5% of the population is uninsured, compared to a state average of 7.6% and a national average of 10%. Additionally, 29.7% of residents report being in poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Mingo 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.

Williamson Memorial Inc

Not rated by CMS
(304) 235-2500
859 Alderson St, Williamson, WV 25661
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Mingo County, WV?
Mingo County has a health score of 18/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #54 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 Mingo County?
Life expectancy in Mingo County is 65.8 years. The West Virginia state average is 72.2 years, making Mingo County below the state average.
How does Mingo County health compare to the West Virginia average?
Mingo County's health score of 18/100 is below the West Virginia average of 37/100. Life expectancy is 65.8 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 9.5% vs. 7.6% statewide.
What health factors affect Mingo County?
Key health factors for Mingo County include: life expectancy (65.8 years), uninsured rate (9.5%), and primary care physician access (13:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 241:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Mingo County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 18/100 ("Below Average"), Mingo County faces health challenges compared to other counties in West Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 65.8 years. 9.5% 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 Mingo County?
Mingo County's health score of 18/100 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.