Boone County Health Data

Boone County, Illinois

Health Score

69/100

Average

Life Expectancy

78.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.3 yr

State avg 76.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

State avg 6.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

53

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

45

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Boone County, Illinois

Boone County leads on life expectancy

At 78.3 years, Boone County's life expectancy ranks among the best in the nation, outpacing the U.S. average of 76.1 years by more than two years. Only 19.2% of residents report poor or fair health, well below the national 21%, indicating strong population health overall.

Illinois' longest-living county

Boone County's 78.3-year life expectancy is the highest in Illinois, 2.3 years above the state average of 76.0 years. The county's 19.2% poor/fair health rate also ranks favorably, reflecting effective chronic disease management and healthy living practices.

Moderate provider access with gaps

Boone County has 53 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, comparable to Bond County but notably below Adams County's 105 per 100K. Mental health providers are scarce at just 45 per 100,000—the lowest in the region—despite the county's excellent longevity metrics.

Solid coverage with room to improve

The uninsured rate in Boone County is 6.7%, slightly above the Illinois average of 6.3%, meaning a small portion of residents lack healthcare access. Despite the longevity advantage, ensuring universal coverage could further strengthen health outcomes and preventive care capacity.

Maintain your health advantage

Boone County's strong longevity is built on good health practices and access to care—don't let gaps in coverage interrupt that. Visit healthcare.gov to ensure you and your family have continuous, affordable coverage that supports your wellbeing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Boone County, IL?
Boone County has a health score of 69/100, rated "Average." It ranks #41 out of 102 counties in Illinois (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Boone County?
Life expectancy in Boone County is 78.3 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making Boone County above the state average.
How does Boone County health compare to the Illinois average?
Boone County's health score of 69/100 is above the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 78.3 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 6.7% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Boone County?
Key health factors for Boone County include: life expectancy (78.3 years), uninsured rate (6.7%), and primary care physician access (53:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 45:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Boone County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 69/100 ("Average"), Boone County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.3 years. 6.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Boone County healthier than the Illinois average?
Boone County's health score of 69/100 exceeds the Illinois average of 66/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.