Alexander County Health Data
Alexander County, Illinois
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
35/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
69.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
69.7 yr
State avg 76.0 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.7%
State avg 6.3%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
20
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
596
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
25.3%
State avg 17.9%
National avg 19.6%
Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health
These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Alexander County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Alexander | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 45.3% | 38.7% | 37.6% | 6.6 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 13.8% | 10.2% | 11.2% | 3.6 pts worse than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.7% | 32.0% | 33.5% | 6.7 pts worse than state |
| Depression | 23.2% | 23.3% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Alexander | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 20.2% | 15.5% | 16.3% | 4.7 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% | 20.1% | 17.8% | 2.9 pts better than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.4% | 23.4% | 27.0% | 7.0 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Alexander | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 77.2% | 75.6% | 74.9% | 1.6 pts better than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 49.8% | 60.5% | 57.3% | 10.7 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 69.9% | 70.6% | 73.3% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Alexander | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 21.0% | 18.6% | 18.6% | 2.4 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 42.6% | 37.2% | 37.3% | 5.4 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Alexander County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Life Expectancy in Alexander County Trails State Averages
Health data brief for Alexander County, Illinois.
Alexander County residents have a life expectancy of 69.7 years, which is more than seven years shorter than the national average of 77 years and the Illinois state average of 76.0 years. While the county has 596 mental health providers per 100,000 people—more than double the national median of 250—primary care availability is lower, with 20 providers per 100,000 residents compared to the national median of 70. Data shows that 25.3% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in the county is 5.7%, a figure lower than the state mark of 6.3% and the national rate of 10%. These metrics highlight significant differences in longevity and health status compared to broader state and national trends. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Alexander County, Illinois
Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Alexander County.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
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Data Sources
Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.
Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.