Wyoming County Health Data

Wyoming County, West Virginia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

19/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

68.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

68.7 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.2%

State avg 7.6%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

29

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

59

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

30.5%

State avg 24.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

4.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 28.5 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

43.0

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 Wyoming County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureWyomingState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity44.1%41.3%37.6%2.8 pts worse than state
Diabetes14.3%13.2%11.2%1.1 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure42.1%39.0%33.5%3.1 pts worse than state
Depression33.7%32.4%24.1%1.3 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureWyomingState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking25.2%21.4%16.3%3.8 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking15.4%16.0%17.8%0.6 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity37.4%32.6%27.0%4.8 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureWyomingState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.3%77.9%74.9%0.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)44.4%52.1%57.3%7.7 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)68.3%74.4%73.3%6.1 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureWyomingState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress25.0%23.4%18.6%1.6 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration45.7%43.0%37.3%2.7 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Wyoming 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

Life Expectancy in Wyoming County Below State and National Averages

Health data brief for Wyoming County, West Virginia.

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

Life expectancy in Wyoming County is 68.7 years, which is shorter than the West Virginia state average of 72.2 years and significantly below the 77-year national average. Data shows that 30.5% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, a rate nearly double the 17% national average. Primary care provider availability is 29 per 100,000 people, while the national median is 70. Mental health provider access is 59 per 100,000, compared to the national median of 250. The uninsured rate is 9.2%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 7.6% but lower than the 10% national average. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Wyoming 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.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Wyoming County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

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 Wyoming County, WV?
Wyoming County has a health score of 19/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #53 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 Wyoming County?
Life expectancy in Wyoming County is 68.7 years. The West Virginia state average is 72.2 years, making Wyoming County below the state average.
How does Wyoming County health compare to the West Virginia average?
Wyoming County's health score of 19/100 is below the West Virginia average of 37/100. Life expectancy is 68.7 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 9.2% vs. 7.6% statewide.
What health factors affect Wyoming County?
Key health factors for Wyoming County include: life expectancy (68.7 years), uninsured rate (9.2%), and primary care physician access (29:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 59:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Wyoming County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 19/100 ("Below Average"), Wyoming County faces health challenges compared to other counties in West Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 68.7 years. 9.2% 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 Wyoming County?
Wyoming County's health score of 19/100 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.