Johnson County Health Data

Johnson County, Illinois

Health Score

60/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

State avg 76.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.9%

State avg 6.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

7

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

871

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Johnson County, Illinois

Johnson County faces significant health strain

Life expectancy in Johnson County stands at 75.8 years, roughly 3 years below the U.S. average of 78.9 years. Nearly 1 in 5 residents (19.0%) reports poor or fair health, substantially exceeding the national average of 12%.

Below-average health within Illinois

At 75.8 years, Johnson County's life expectancy trails Illinois's 76.0-year state average, though only slightly, and ranks among the state's lower performers. The uninsured rate of 6.9% exceeds the state average of 6.3%.

Regional health disparities evident

Johnson County's 75.8-year life expectancy falls substantially behind high-performing Kendall (80.5 years) and Jo Daviess (79.9 years), reflecting significant regional health inequality. The 19.0% poor/fair health rate is among the worst in the comparison group.

Critical primary care shortage

Johnson County faces a severe shortage of primary care providers with only 7 per 100,000 residents—the lowest in the state data reviewed—though mental health providers are plentiful at 871 per 100,000. The 6.9% uninsured rate compounds these access challenges.

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With limited local primary care options and rising uninsured rates, Johnson County residents should connect with community health centers and explore insurance marketplace plans. Telehealth and regional referral programs can help bridge care gaps.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Johnson County, IL?
Johnson County has a health score of 60/100, rated "Average." It ranks #69 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 Johnson County?
Life expectancy in Johnson County is 75.8 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making Johnson County below the state average.
How does Johnson County health compare to the Illinois average?
Johnson County's health score of 60/100 is below the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 75.8 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 6.9% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Johnson County?
Key health factors for Johnson County include: life expectancy (75.8 years), uninsured rate (6.9%), and primary care physician access (7:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 871:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Johnson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 60/100 ("Average"), Johnson County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.8 years. 6.9% 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 Johnson County?
Johnson County's health score of 60/100 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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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.