Crawford County Health Data
Crawford County, Illinois
Health Score
70/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.7 yr
State avg 76.0 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.9%
State avg 6.3%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
48
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
240
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Crawford County, Illinois
Crawford lives slightly longer than average
At 76.7 years, Crawford County's life expectancy edges out the U.S. average of 76.4 years, suggesting residents enjoy health outcomes comparable to the nation overall. However, 17.9% of adults report poor or fair health, slightly above national trends, indicating room for improvement in day-to-day wellness.
Outperforming Illinois on longevity
Crawford County's 76.7-year life expectancy ranks above Illinois's state average of 76.0 years, placing it in the healthier half of Illinois counties. This modest edge reflects better-than-average health outcomes in a state where longevity varies significantly by region.
Competitive health metrics locally
Crawford's 76.7-year life expectancy matches or slightly exceeds neighboring counties like Edwards (76.1) and De Witt (75.1), though it trails DuPage County's 81.3-year benchmark. The 17.9% poor/fair health rate places Crawford in the middle of the regional range, neither leading nor lagging significantly.
Healthcare access mirrors state norms
Crawford County's 5.9% uninsured rate nearly matches the state average of 6.3%, meaning most residents have insurance coverage. With 48 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 240 mental health providers per 100,000, Crawford offers reasonable access to both routine and behavioral health services.
Secure your coverage today
Nearly 6% of Crawford County residents still lack health insurance—that's roughly 1 in 17 people without protection against medical emergencies. Visit healthcare.gov or contact a local enrollment assistant to explore affordable plans and ensure you're covered.
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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.