Monroe County Health Data
Monroe County, West Virginia
Health Score
34/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
72.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
72.3 yr
State avg 72.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.1%
State avg 7.6%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
41
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
73
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Monroe County, West Virginia
Monroe County's health mirrors state patterns
At 72.3 years, Monroe County's life expectancy is just 0.1 years above West Virginia's state average but trails the U.S. average of 76.4 years by 4.1 years. Nearly 1 in 4 residents (23.6%) report poor or fair health, exceeding the national rate of 17.9%, indicating chronic disease and preventable mortality are ongoing concerns.
Slightly better than West Virginia average
Monroe County's 72.3-year life expectancy essentially matches West Virginia's 72.2-year state average, suggesting typical health outcomes for the state. The 8.1% uninsured rate slightly exceeds the state average of 7.6%, affecting a meaningful portion of the community's healthcare access.
Mid-pack performer in regional health
Monroe County's 72.3-year life expectancy ranks below Marshall (74.3 years), Mineral (73.5 years), and Monongalia (77.6 years) but above the crisis-level counties of McDowell (65.1 years) and Mingo (65.8 years). The 8.1% uninsured rate ties it with Mercer County and suggests shared challenges in coverage access across this region.
Solid primary care with strong mental health support
Monroe County has 41 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, offering reliable frontline access and slightly exceeding state baseline capacity. Mental health providers at 73 per 100,000 provide robust behavioral health support, helping residents manage depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders.
Close the coverage gap in Monroe County
With 8.1% of residents uninsured—nearly 1 in 12—coverage access remains a barrier to health in Monroe County. Explore plans on healthcare.gov or contact your local health department to find affordable coverage and ensure your family has protection.
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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.