Clinton County Health Data

Clinton County, Illinois

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

Data Story

About Health in Clinton County, Illinois

Clinton leads Illinois in longevity

Clinton County residents live to 79.2 years, surpassing both the U.S. average (76.1 years) and Illinois's state average (76.0 years) by over 3 years—the highest in the study. Only 16.4% report poor or fair health, reflecting strong overall wellness.

Healthiest county lifespan statewide

At 79.2 years, Clinton County's life expectancy is the top performer in Illinois, exceeding the state average of 76.0 years by 3.2 years. This distinction reflects sustained health advantages across the population.

Significantly outperforms all regional peers

Clinton County's 79.2-year life expectancy exceeds all comparable counties—Champaign (78.8), Cass (76.8), Christian (75.8), and Clay (75.8)—by meaningful margins. Its 16.4% poor/fair health rate is among the lowest regionally.

Solid provider access supports longevity

Clinton County has 33 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 5.7% uninsured—below the state average of 6.3%—supporting preventive care and continuity. This balanced infrastructure enables better long-term health management.

Maintain coverage to sustain success

Clinton County's health success depends partly on sustained insurance coverage. Renew your plan during open enrollment at Healthcare.gov to keep protective continuity.

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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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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.