Fayette County Health Data
Fayette County, Illinois
Health Score
65/100
Average
Life Expectancy
77.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
77.0 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
99
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Fayette County, Illinois
Life expectancy slightly below U.S. average
Fayette County residents live to 77.0 years, just below the U.S. average of 76.4 years, while 17.8% report poor or fair health. This suggests room for improvement in chronic disease management and overall wellness.
Matching state health trends
At 77.0 years, Fayette County's life expectancy exceeds Illinois's 76.0-year average by one year. However, its 7.6% uninsured rate rises above the state average of 6.3%, creating barriers to steady healthcare access.
Middle ground among peers
Fayette County's 77.0-year life expectancy sits between healthier Effingham County (77.4) and lower-performing Franklin County (72.5). With just 19 primary care providers per 100K, the county lags neighbors in primary care capacity.
Provider shortages complicate access
Fayette's 7.6% uninsured rate—higher than the state average—joins limited primary care infrastructure: only 19 providers per 100K residents. Mental health support (99 per 100K) also falls short, creating gaps for residents seeking comprehensive care.
Explore coverage today
With above-average uninsured rates, many Fayette residents can find affordable options through Healthcare.gov or Medicaid programs. Call 211 to connect with local enrollment counselors who can walk you through your choices.
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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.