Tucker County Health Data

Tucker County, West Virginia

Health Score

46/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.1 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.3%

State avg 7.6%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

60

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

136

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Tucker County, West Virginia

Tucker's health outcomes lead the region

At 75.1 years, Tucker County matches the U.S. life expectancy exactly, making it West Virginia's healthiest county in this set. Only 20.4% report poor or fair health—the lowest rate among these eight counties—signaling strong disease prevention and care management.

Tucker stands out as a state health leader

Tucker's life expectancy of 75.1 years exceeds the state average of 72.2 years by nearly 3 years, and its poor/fair health rate of 20.4% is well below the state median. The county achieves this despite a 9.3% uninsured rate, suggesting effective community health initiatives.

Tucker leads an eight-county health comparison

Tucker's 75.1-year life expectancy tops this eight-county set, outpacing its nearest competitor, Tyler County (74.8 years), by several months. The county's low poor/fair health rate of 20.4% reflects both better healthcare access and healthier lifestyle factors.

Adequate primary care despite high uninsured rate

Tucker has 60 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 136 mental health providers per 100K—solid capacity despite a 9.3% uninsured rate, the highest in this county set. The mismatch suggests that uninsurance may reflect employment transitions or coverage gaps rather than systemic provider shortages.

Close the coverage gap for all Tucker residents

With the highest uninsured rate in this county set at 9.3%, Tucker has an opportunity to protect more residents. Visit healthcare.gov to explore Medicaid and marketplace plans—ensuring everyone benefits from the county's strong healthcare infrastructure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Tucker County, WV?
Tucker County has a health score of 46/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #12 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 Tucker County?
Life expectancy in Tucker County is 75.1 years. The West Virginia state average is 72.2 years, making Tucker County above the state average.
How does Tucker County health compare to the West Virginia average?
Tucker County's health score of 46/100 is above the West Virginia average of 37/100. Life expectancy is 75.1 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 9.3% vs. 7.6% statewide.
What health factors affect Tucker County?
Key health factors for Tucker County include: life expectancy (75.1 years), uninsured rate (9.3%), and primary care physician access (60:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 136:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Tucker County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 46/100 ("Below Average"), Tucker County faces health challenges compared to other counties in West Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.1 years. 9.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Tucker County healthier than the West Virginia average?
Tucker County's health score of 46/100 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.

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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.