West Virginia ranks 40th in the U.S. in life insurance premiums paid. West Virginia life insurance premiums accounted for 0.48 percent of all premiums in the nation. [1]
The death rate of 938.6 (per 100,000 residents) in the state of West Virginia ranks 2nd in the nation, and is approximately 28% greater than the national average of 735.3 (per 100,000 residents) [2]
West Virginia ranks 32nd in the U.S. in health insurance coverage, with 86 percent of state residents having coverage. [3]
The state of West Virginia has a population of approximately 1,852,994, ranking 38th in the nation. [4]
For more information about West Virginia Life Insurance, or for additional resources regarding life insurance overall, visit the West Virginia Department of Insurance.
Nearly one-third of Americans said they need more life insurance in 2015.
