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Charlottesville, located in central Virginia's Albemarle County, is a Piedmont farming region that has become renowned for its apples. In 1888, Charlottesville was chartered as a city. Nearby Charlottesville is Monticello, home of Thomas Jefferson. In addition, the University of Virginia, which Thomas Jefferson founded, is located in the city. Charlottesville is also the location of James Monroe’s home: Ash Lawn. Furthermore, the Institute of Textile Technology is located in Charlottesville. Today, electronic and computer equipment have become major industries in the city.

If you are planning to move to Charlottesville, here are some useful statistics:

  • The (annual and cost-of-living adjusted) average family purchasing power is roughly $47,600.
  • The Consumer Price Index for the region is 202.155.

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Health News in Charlottesville, Virginia

Charlottesville Healthcare Statistics: percentage of residents with a healthcare plan: 90.3%. body mass index (average for residents): 27. diabetes rate (percentage of residents diagnosed): 10.9%. hypertension rate (percentage of residents diagnosed): 36%. Elder-care facilities: 14. air quality index (percentage of days AQI ranked as good): 100%

Charlottesville recently launched the new active living campaign, “Local Motion,” for the region. This is a joint venture of the city and county of Charlottesville, and local agencies that concentrate on health and wellness. The goal of the program is to advocate lifestyles that are healthier and more active. Virginia’s obesity rate has skyrocketed more than 150%, since 1990.

Medical Centers in Charlottesville (TN)

  • Martha Jefferson Hospital
    459 Locust Ave., Charlottesville, VA; 434-982-7000
  • University of Virginia Children's Hospital
    1300 Jefferson Park Ave., Charlottesville, VA; 434-924-3627
  • University of Virginia Health System (Charlottesville)
    1300 Jefferson Park Ave., Charlottesville, VA; 434-924-3627
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Key Facts...

In 2005 $2 trillion was spent on health care services in the United States. On average, each person was responsible for a total annual health care bill of $6,700. Is your health insurance plan working for you and your family?

Source: National Coalition on Health Care. Catlin, A, C. Cowan, S. Heffler, et al, "National Health Spending in 2005." Health Affairs 26:1 (2006).

Health care costs in the United States rose an unprecedented 6.9% in 2005, more than double the rate of inflation. These costs are expected to rise at similar levels for the next decade. Protect your health and your wallet by investing in a health insurance plan that is right for you.

Source: National Coalition on Health Care. Catlin, A, C. Cowan, S. Heffler, et al, "National Health Spending in 2005." Health Affairs 26:1 (2006).

A 2003 study by The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation determined that over one third of uninsured adults reported having trouble paying their medical bills. Safeguard yourself and your family against future debt by finding a high quality health care plan.

Source: The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation. Access to Care for the Uninsured: An Update. 29 September 2003.