DuPage County Health Data

DuPage County, Illinois

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

93/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

81.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

81.3 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

135

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

446

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

13.2%

State avg 17.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

28.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 134.9 per 100K

Dentists

10.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

7.5

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 DuPage County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureDuPageState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity29.1%38.7%37.6%9.6 pts better than state
Diabetes8.5%10.2%11.2%1.7 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure27.1%32.0%33.5%4.9 pts better than state
Depression17.9%23.3%24.1%5.4 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureDuPageState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking9.5%15.5%16.3%6.0 pts better than state
Binge Drinking17.3%20.1%17.8%2.8 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity18.2%23.4%27.0%5.2 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureDuPageState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.5%75.6%74.9%0.9 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)70.1%60.5%57.3%9.6 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.4%70.6%73.3%4.8 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureDuPageState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress14.2%18.6%18.6%4.4 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration35.4%37.2%37.3%1.8 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare DuPage County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

DuPage County Life Expectancy Exceeds State and National Averages

Health data brief for DuPage County, Illinois.

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

DuPage County residents have a life expectancy of 81.3 years, which is significantly higher than the Illinois state average of 76.0 years and the national average of 77 years. The county also reports a high density of healthcare professionals, with 135 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 446 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. Both figures are well above national medians of 70 and 250, respectively. The uninsured rate in DuPage County is 5.9%, lower than the state average of 6.3% and the national average of 10%. Only 13.2% of residents report poor or fair health, which is lower than the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in DuPage 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.

Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale

ER
5/5
(630) 856-9000
120 North Oak St, Hinsdale, IL 60521
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

ER
5/5
(630) 682-1600
25 North Winfield Road, Winfield, IL 60190
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital

ER
4/5
(630) 275-5900
3815 Highland Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 DuPage County, IL?
DuPage County has a health score of 93/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #2 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 DuPage County?
Life expectancy in DuPage County is 81.3 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making DuPage County above the state average.
How does DuPage County health compare to the Illinois average?
DuPage County's health score of 93/100 is above the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 81.3 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 5.9% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect DuPage County?
Key health factors for DuPage County include: life expectancy (81.3 years), uninsured rate (5.9%), and primary care physician access (135:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 446:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is DuPage County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 93/100 ("Excellent"), DuPage County is one of the healthier counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 81.3 years. 5.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is DuPage County healthier than the Illinois average?
DuPage County's health score of 93/100 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.

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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.