Mingo County Health Data

Mingo County, West Virginia

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

Data Story

About Health in Mingo County, West Virginia

Mingo County faces critical health disparities

At 65.8 years, Mingo County has the second-lowest life expectancy in this group, trailing the U.S. average by 10.6 years and indicating severe, preventable mortality. Nearly 3 in 10 residents (29.7%) report poor or fair health—nearly double the national rate of 17.9%—reflecting widespread chronic disease and health crises.

Second-worst health outcomes in West Virginia

Mingo County's 65.8-year life expectancy falls 6.4 years below West Virginia's 72.2-year state average, marking it as a critical public health emergency. The 9.5% uninsured rate exceeds the state average of 7.6%, compounding access barriers for a population already facing severe health challenges.

Crisis-level outcomes matched only by McDowell

Mingo County's 65.8-year life expectancy rivals only McDowell County (65.1 years) in regional crisis; all other neighbors report life expectancies 5+ years higher. The 9.5% uninsured rate is second-highest in the group, leaving nearly 1 in 10 residents without healthcare access during a health emergency.

Acute shortage of primary care doctors

Mingo County has the lowest primary care provider density in this group at just 13 per 100,000 residents, creating severe barriers to routine care and preventive medicine. However, mental health providers at 241 per 100,000 represent exceptional behavioral health capacity—a critical resource given the region's opioid crisis and mental health emergencies.

Healthcare access is urgent in Mingo County

With 9.5% of residents uninsured—the second-highest rate in the group—coverage gaps are a life-or-death issue in Mingo County. Get covered today by visiting healthcare.gov or calling 1-800-318-2596; every day without coverage increases your risk.

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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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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.