Tyler County Health Data

Tyler County, West Virginia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

53/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.6%

State avg 7.6%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

25

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

25

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

22.6%

State avg 24.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

24.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 24.5 per 100K

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 Tyler County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureTylerState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity42.5%41.3%37.6%1.2 pts worse than state
Diabetes12.8%13.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure38.9%39.0%33.5%near state average
Depression32.4%32.4%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureTylerState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking20.9%21.4%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking16.0%16.0%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity31.8%32.6%27.0%0.8 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureTylerState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup78.0%77.9%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)54.5%52.1%57.3%2.4 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.7%74.4%73.3%1.7 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureTylerState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress23.4%23.4%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration42.6%43.0%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Tyler County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Tyler County Mental Health Provider Ratio Far Below National Levels

Health data brief for Tyler County, West Virginia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Tyler County reports 25 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is one-tenth of the national median of 250. The county also has 25 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 70. In contrast, the uninsured rate is 5.6%, which is lower than both the state average of 7.6% and the national average of 10%. Life expectancy in Tyler County is 74.8 years, exceeding the state average of 72.2 years but falling short of the national 77-year average. About 22.6% of adults report poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Tyler 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.

Sistersville General Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(304) 652-2611
314 South Wells Street, Sistersville, WV 26175
Critical Access HospitalsProprietary

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 Tyler County, WV?
Tyler County has a health score of 53/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #5 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 Tyler County?
Life expectancy in Tyler County is 74.8 years. The West Virginia state average is 72.2 years, making Tyler County above the state average.
How does Tyler County health compare to the West Virginia average?
Tyler County's health score of 53/100 is above the West Virginia average of 37/100. Life expectancy is 74.8 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 5.6% vs. 7.6% statewide.
What health factors affect Tyler County?
Key health factors for Tyler County include: life expectancy (74.8 years), uninsured rate (5.6%), and primary care physician access (25:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 25:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Tyler County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 53/100 ("Below Average"), Tyler County faces health challenges compared to other counties in West Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.8 years. 5.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Tyler County healthier than the West Virginia average?
Tyler County's health score of 53/100 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. Tyler County has better primary care access (25:1 ratio) than the state average (54:1).

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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.