Nottoway County Medicare at a glance
| Nottoway County | Virginia | |
|---|---|---|
| Residents age 65 and older | 2,908 | 1,498,879 statewide |
| Share of residents age 65+ | 18.7% | 17.2% statewide |
| People with Medicare | 3,827 | 1,764,998 statewide |
| Enrolled in Medicare Advantage | 1,721 | 698,851 statewide |
| Medicare Advantage share | 45.0% | 39.6% statewide |
Figures come from the Census Bureau and CMS (September 2026).
With roughly 2,908 residents age 65 and older, Nottoway County is 103rd among 133 Virginia counties for older residents. That group is 18.7% of its population, compared with 17.2% across Virginia. Another 1,079 residents are age 60 to 64 and will reach Medicare eligibility within about five years (see our turning 65 guide). Among residents 65 and older, 59% are 65 to 74, 31% are 75 to 84 and 10% are 85 or older (Census 2023 estimates). Medicare Advantage enrollment in Nottoway County is 45.0% of people with Medicare, higher than the Virginia average of 39.6%. Averages cannot choose a plan for you. Medicare Advantage and Original Medicare with a Medigap plan each suit different people, depending on doctors, medicines and how you prefer to handle costs, and we compare both at your ZIP code.
Who has Medicare in Nottoway County
Nottoway County is a rural county; the U.S. Department of Agriculture describes it as: urban population of fewer than 5,000, adjacent to a metro area. Rural counties tend to have fewer local hospitals and doctors, so a plan’s network and the distance to care matter a great deal.
CMS counts 3,877 Medicare beneficiaries in Nottoway County (2023). Their average age is 73, about the same as the Virginia average of 74. About 14% are “dual eligible,” meaning they have both Medicare and Medicaid, higher than the state figure of 9%. Where many people have both, special plans for dual-eligible members can matter; see our Medicaid and dual eligible guide, since availability varies by plan and area.
Among people in Original Medicare in Nottoway County, CMS reported about 712 emergency room visits and 234 inpatient hospital stays per 1,000 beneficiaries in 2023, which is higher than the state average for emergency visits (589) and higher than it for hospital stays (206). About 9% received home health care. These figures describe how people use care under Original Medicare; they do not show what any plan covers or costs.
Sources: CMS Medicare Geographic Variation, 2023; USDA Rural-Urban Continuum Codes, 2023.
Where you live decides which Medicare Advantage and Part D plans you can join, and Nottoway County may have a different set of plans than the counties around it. We are not based in Nottoway County; we help Nottoway County residents by phone or video call.
Hospitals and doctors near Nottoway County
CMS Hospital General Information lists no acute care, critical access or children’s hospital located inside Nottoway County. Residents often use hospitals in neighboring counties, which matters for Medicare Advantage because a plan’s network may include or leave out the hospital you use. We check your hospitals and doctors before you enroll.
Where people live in Nottoway County
People in Nottoway County live in communities such as Blackstone (3,336), Crewe (2,238), Burkeville (416) (2023 population estimates, counting only the part of each community that lies inside the county).
ZIP codes that fall mostly inside Nottoway County include 23824, 23922, 23930, 23955. Plan availability can change by ZIP code, so have yours ready when we compare plans.
Questions about Medicare in Nottoway County?
Reach out to us: fill out our short form or call (571) 354-0146, and a licensed agent will compare the plans available to you, check your doctors and drugs, and stay with you each year at renewal. For general Medicare information, the federal helpline is 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
Medicare resources from official sources
- Medicare Plan Finder on Medicare.gov, searchable by ZIP code.
- Virginia’s Insurance Marketplace, Virginia’s own health insurance exchange, if you are not yet on Medicare.
- Medicare Care Compare for hospitals and doctors.
- Social Security: Medicare to enroll or check status.
- Virginia Bureau of Insurance: Virginia’s insurance regulator, including agent license lookup.
Coverage we offer Nottoway County residents
As an independent agency we are not tied to one insurer, so for Nottoway County residents we can compare life insurance, final expense insurance, annuities, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), Part D drug plans, ACA health insurance, ICHRA and group health insurance.
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Nottoway County compared with similar Virginia counties
| County | Residents 65+ | Medicare Advantage share | Dual eligible share | Area type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lunenburg County | 2,889 | 45.0% | 14% | Rural |
| Essex County | 2,646 | 42.2% | 9% | Rural |
| Charlotte County | 2,594 | 43.8% | 14% | Rural |
| Madison County | 3,356 | 35.4% | 9% | Rural |
| Dickenson County | 3,425 | 72.6% | 24% | Rural |
| Cumberland County | 2,327 | 42.3% | 10% | Rural |
See every Virginia county in our Virginia directory or go to our Virginia Medicare hub.