Iroquois County Health Data

Iroquois County, Illinois

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

55/100

Average

Life Expectancy

74.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.7 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

30

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

352

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.2%

State avg 17.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

18.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 29.8 per 100K

Dentists

3.7

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

3.7

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 Iroquois County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureIroquoisState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.8%38.7%37.6%2.1 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.6%10.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure32.8%32.0%33.5%0.8 pts worse than state
Depression24.5%23.3%24.1%1.2 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureIroquoisState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.0%15.5%16.3%1.5 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking19.8%20.1%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity25.0%23.4%27.0%1.6 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureIroquoisState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.7%75.6%74.9%0.9 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)60.6%60.5%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)70.8%70.6%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureIroquoisState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.5%18.6%18.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration36.9%37.2%37.3%near state average

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

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

Data Story

Mental Health Provider Density High in Iroquois County

Health data brief for Iroquois County, Illinois.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

The mental health provider ratio in Iroquois County is 352 per 100,000 residents. This is higher than the national median of 250 per 100,000. Conversely, the primary care provider ratio is 30 per 100,000, which is lower than the national median of 70. Life expectancy in the county is 74.7 years, lower than the state average of 76.0 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6%, which is higher than the Illinois average of 6.3% but lower than the national average of 10%. About 18.2% of residents report poor or fair health, compared to the 17% national average. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Iroquois 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.

Iroquois Memorial Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(815) 432-5201
200 Fairman Street, Watseka, IL 60970
Critical Access 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 Iroquois County, IL?
Iroquois County has a health score of 55/100, rated "Average." It ranks #81 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 Iroquois County?
Life expectancy in Iroquois County is 74.7 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making Iroquois County below the state average.
How does Iroquois County health compare to the Illinois average?
Iroquois County's health score of 55/100 is below the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 74.7 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Iroquois County?
Key health factors for Iroquois County include: life expectancy (74.7 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (30:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 352:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Iroquois County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 55/100 ("Average"), Iroquois County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.7 years. 7.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Iroquois County?
Iroquois County's health score of 55/100 is below the Illinois average of 66/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.