Calhoun County Health Data
Calhoun County, Illinois
Health Score
74/100
Average
Life Expectancy
74.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.7 yr
State avg 76.0 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.4%
State avg 6.3%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
23
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Data Story
About Health in Calhoun County, Illinois
Calhoun County lags on longevity
With a life expectancy of 74.7 years, Calhoun County residents live more than a year below the U.S. average of 76.1 years. The 14.5% poor/fair health rate is notably better than the national 21%, suggesting acute health challenges rather than widespread chronic disease.
Among Illinois' shortest lifespans
Calhoun County's 74.7-year life expectancy is 1.3 years below Illinois' state average of 76.0 years, ranking it among the state's lower-performing counties. The low 14.5% poor/fair health rate is puzzling given the short life expectancy, suggesting possible data collection variations or specific health crises affecting survival.
Limited primary care, no mental health data
Calhoun County has just 23 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, significantly below regional averages like Adams County's 105 per 100K. Mental health provider data is not available for the county, making it difficult to assess complete healthcare access.
Good insurance coverage masks access gaps
At 5.4%, Calhoun County's uninsured rate is the lowest among all comparison counties, yet life expectancy remains short. This suggests the barrier isn't insurance itself but the availability of actual care providers and services to access with that insurance.
Maintain your coverage advantage
Calhoun County's excellent insurance penetration rate is a foundation—maintain it by checking your coverage annually. Visit healthcare.gov to ensure your plan is current and meets your health needs, especially given limited local provider options.
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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.