Overall Health Rating
Less healthy than 88% of states in US
The Map AI Health Index is a score that reflects local life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and physical environment to help you quickly compare the overall health and well-being of different areas.
Healthiest and Least Healthy Counties in West Virginia
- Monongalia County (102% of U.S. avg)
- Jefferson County (100% of U.S. avg)
- Putnam County (100% of U.S. avg)
- McDowell County (92% of U.S. avg)
- Lincoln County (94% of U.S. avg)
- Mingo County (94% of U.S. avg)
Ranked by the Map AI Health Index, which combines life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and physical environment.
General Health Overview
| Metric | West Virginia | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 76.1 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.2% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in West Virginia is 76.1 years, about 2.2 years shorter than the US average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in West Virginia is 6.2%, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | West Virginia | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 14.5% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.2% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 9.2% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 40.3% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 23.2% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in West Virginia is about 42% higher than in US. The rate of heart disease in West Virginia is about 28% higher than in US. The rate of diabetes in West Virginia is about 28% higher than in US.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | West Virginia | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 25.3% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 31.8% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in West Virginia is about 33% higher than in US. The rate of binge drinking in West Virginia is about 28% lower than in US. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in West Virginia is about 27% higher than in US.
Air Quality
| Metric | West Virginia | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.17 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.2 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in West Virginia is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, West Virginia has an overall health index grade of C, making it about on par with the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in West Virginia.
What is the health grade for West Virginia?
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Is West Virginia one of the healthiest states in US?
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What is the life expectancy in West Virginia?
The life expectancy in West Virginia is 76.1 years, lower than the US average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of West Virginia residents are uninsured?
6.2% of West Virginia residents are uninsured, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
What percentage of West Virginia residents are obese?
40.3% of West Virginia residents are classified as obese, higher than the US average of 34.3%.