Clinton County Health Data

Clinton County, Illinois

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

83/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.2 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

33

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

60

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.4%

State avg 17.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

21.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 32.6 per 100K

Dentists

2.7

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

16.3

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

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 Clinton County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureClintonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.0%38.7%37.6%1.3 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.3%10.2%11.2%0.9 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure30.8%32.0%33.5%1.2 pts better than state
Depression22.6%23.3%24.1%0.7 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureClintonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.1%15.5%16.3%1.4 pts better than state
Binge Drinking21.3%20.1%17.8%1.2 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity21.0%23.4%27.0%2.4 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureClintonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.8%75.6%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)63.4%60.5%57.3%2.9 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)76.3%70.6%73.3%5.7 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureClintonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.8%18.6%18.6%0.8 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration36.5%37.2%37.3%0.7 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Clinton County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Clinton County Life Expectancy Higher Than State and National Averages

Health data brief for Clinton County, Illinois.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Clinton County is 79.2 years, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 76.0 years and the national average of 77 years. Healthcare access includes 33 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, lower than the national median of 70, and 60 mental health providers per 100,000, lower than the national median of 250. The uninsured rate in the county is 5.7%, which is lower than both the state average of 6.3% and the national average of 10%. Additionally, 16.4% of residents report being in poor or fair health, just under the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Clinton 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.

St Josephs Hospital

ER
4/5
(618) 526-4511
9515 Holy Cross Ln, Breese, IL 62230
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Church

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Clinton County, IL?
Clinton County has a health score of 83/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #12 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 Clinton County?
Life expectancy in Clinton County is 79.2 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making Clinton County above the state average.
How does Clinton County health compare to the Illinois average?
Clinton County's health score of 83/100 is above the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 79.2 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 5.7% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Clinton County?
Key health factors for Clinton County include: life expectancy (79.2 years), uninsured rate (5.7%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 60:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Clinton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 83/100 ("Excellent"), Clinton County is one of the healthier counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.2 years. 5.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Clinton County healthier than the Illinois average?
Clinton County's health score of 83/100 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. Clinton County has better primary care access (33:1 ratio) than the state average (47:1).

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.