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County Health Rankings - Arlington Results
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Legend Colors
Red is bad, green is good, blue is not statistically different/neutral.
Compared to Distribution
the value is in the best half of communities.
the value is in the 2nd worst quarter of communities.
the value is in the worst quarter of communities.
Compared to Target
meets target; 
does not meet target.
Compared to a Single Value
lower than the comparison value;
higher than the comparison value;
not statistically different from comparison value.
Trend
non-significant change over time; 
significant change over time; 
no change over time.
Compared to Prior Value
higher than the previous measurement period;
lower than the previous measurement period;
no statistically different change from previous measurement period.
Health / Alcohol & Drug Use
Adults who Drink Excessively County: Arlington
Adults who Drink Excessively County: Arlington
21.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(17.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(18.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(20.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Death Rate due to Drug Poisoning County: Arlington
Death Rate due to Drug Poisoning County: Arlington
11.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 104 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,899 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(24.9)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(27.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
HP 2030 Target
(20.7)
<div>SU-03: Reduce drug overdose deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>
Health / County Health Rankings
Clinical Care Ranking County: Arlington
Clinical Care Ranking County: Arlington
11
(2023)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Health Behaviors Ranking County: Arlington
Health Behaviors Ranking County: Arlington
5
(2023)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Morbidity Ranking County: Arlington
Morbidity Ranking County: Arlington
3
(2023)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Mortality Ranking County: Arlington
Mortality Ranking County: Arlington
1
(2023)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Physical Environment Ranking County: Arlington
Physical Environment Ranking County: Arlington
7
(2023)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Social and Economic Factors Ranking County: Arlington
Social and Economic Factors Ranking County: Arlington
2
(2023)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
Health / Health Care Access & Quality
Medicare Healthcare Costs County: Arlington
Medicare Healthcare Costs County: Arlington
$7,804
Dollars per enrollee
(2015)
Compared to:
VA Value
($8,890)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
($9,729)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
($7,469)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Non-Physician Primary Care Provider Rate County: Arlington
Non-Physician Primary Care Provider Rate County: Arlington
96
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 130 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(125)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Prior Value
(92)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Primary Care Provider Rate County: Arlington
Primary Care Provider Rate County: Arlington
77
Providers per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 125 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,984 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(75)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Prior Value
(74)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Primary Care Provider Rate Region: Northern Virginia
Primary Care Provider Rate Region: Northern Virginia
87
Providers per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 125 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,984 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(75)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Prior Value
(86)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders
Frequent Mental Distress County: Arlington
Frequent Mental Distress County: Arlington
9.8%
(2019)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(13.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(9.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Mental Health Provider Rate County: Arlington
Mental Health Provider Rate County: Arlington
268
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 129 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,956 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(243)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Prior Value
(244)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Mental Health Provider Rate Region: Northern Virginia
Mental Health Provider Rate Region: Northern Virginia
264
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 129 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,956 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(243)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Prior Value
(93)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Health / Mortality Data
Life Expectancy County: Arlington
Life Expectancy County: Arlington
84.7
Years
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,070 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(78.1)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(77.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Premature Death County: Arlington
Premature Death County: Arlington
3,313.8
Years per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 130 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,886 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(7,297.1)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(7,971.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Health / Oral Health
Dentist Rate County: Arlington
Dentist Rate County: Arlington
72
Dentists per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 127 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,054 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(75)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
Prior Value
(73)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Health / Wellness & Lifestyle
Frequent Physical Distress County: Arlington
Frequent Physical Distress County: Arlington
7.8%
(2019)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(11.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(8.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Insufficient Sleep County: Arlington
Insufficient Sleep County: Arlington
28.4%
(2020)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(34.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(33.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(30.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
HP 2030 Target
(26.7%)
Community / Crime & Crime Prevention
Violent Crime Rate County: Arlington
Violent Crime Rate County: Arlington
149.4
Crimes per 100,000 population
(2014-2016)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(207.0)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(386.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(146.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Community / Public Safety
Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths County: Arlington
Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths County: Arlington
23.1%
Percent of driving deaths with alcohol involvement
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 129 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,116 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(30.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(26.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(30.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Community / Social Environment
Social Associations County: Arlington
Social Associations County: Arlington
14.7
Membership associations per 10,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(11.0)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(9.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(14.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Community / Transportation
Solo Drivers with a Long Commute County: Arlington
Solo Drivers with a Long Commute County: Arlington
41.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(40.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(36.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(42.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Economy / Housing & Homes
Severe Housing Problems County: Arlington
Severe Housing Problems County: Arlington
15.5%
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(16.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(15.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Education / Childcare & Early Childhood Education
Child Care Centers County: Arlington
Child Care Centers County: Arlington
6.2
Per 1,000 population under age 5
(2022)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(7.5)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(7.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(6.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Environmental Health / Built Environment
Access to Exercise Opportunities County: Arlington
Access to Exercise Opportunities County: Arlington
100.0%
(2024)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,096 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(83.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(84.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(100.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Food Environment Index County: Arlington
Food Environment Index County: Arlington
9.3
(2024)
Compared to:
VA Counties
The distribution is based on data from 128 Virginia counties and county equivalents.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,108 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
VA Value
(9.0)
The regional value is compared to the Virginia State value.
US Value
(7.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Prior Value
(9.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
