Carroll County Health Data

Carroll County, Illinois

Health Score

68/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.7 yr

State avg 76.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

State avg 6.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

19

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

129

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Carroll County, Illinois

Carroll County approaches national averages

Carroll County's 76.7-year life expectancy nearly matches the U.S. average of 76.1 years, indicating typical American health outcomes. At 16.5% reporting poor or fair health, the county performs better than the national 21%, suggesting effective chronic disease prevention.

Solid health standing in Illinois

Carroll County's 76.7-year life expectancy is above Illinois' 76.0-year state average, placing it in the upper-middle tier of counties. The 16.5% poor/fair health rate is among the best in the state, reflecting good population health management practices.

Significant primary care shortage

Carroll County has only 19 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the second-lowest in the region and far below Adams County's 105 per 100K. Mental health services at 129 per 100,000 are modest but available, though neither specialty adequately serves the population.

Highest uninsured rate after Bureau

At 7.6%, Carroll County's uninsured rate is the second-highest among comparison counties, above Illinois' 6.3% average. Combined with low provider availability, this coverage gap likely affects healthcare-seeking behavior and preventive care access for vulnerable residents.

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With 7.6% of Carroll County residents uninsured, finding affordable coverage is a critical first step toward better health. Visit healthcare.gov or contact your local health department today to explore plans that fit your budget and protect your family.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Carroll County, IL?
Carroll County has a health score of 68/100, rated "Average." It ranks #45 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 Carroll County?
Life expectancy in Carroll County is 76.7 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making Carroll County above the state average.
How does Carroll County health compare to the Illinois average?
Carroll County's health score of 68/100 is above the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 76.7 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Carroll County?
Key health factors for Carroll County include: life expectancy (76.7 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (19:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 129:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Carroll County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 68/100 ("Average"), Carroll County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.7 years. 7.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Carroll County healthier than the Illinois average?
Carroll County's health score of 68/100 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. Carroll County has better primary care access (19:1 ratio) than the state average (47:1).

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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.