Kane County Health Data
Kane County, Illinois
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
72/100
Average
Life Expectancy
79.8 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.8 yr
State avg 76.0 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
State avg 6.3%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
40
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
394
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
16.0%
State avg 17.9%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
15.7
per 100K residentsCDC: 40.0 per 100K
Dentists
6.0
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
7.4
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 Kane County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Kane | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 34.9% | 38.7% | 37.6% | 3.8 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 10.1% | 10.2% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.5% | 32.0% | 33.5% | 4.5 pts better than state |
| Depression | 19.0% | 23.3% | 24.1% | 4.3 pts better than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Kane | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 11.0% | 15.5% | 16.3% | 4.5 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% | 20.1% | 17.8% | 0.6 pts better than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.5% | 23.4% | 27.0% | 0.9 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Kane | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 74.4% | 75.6% | 74.9% | 1.2 pts worse than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 65.2% | 60.5% | 57.3% | 4.7 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 73.0% | 70.6% | 73.3% | 2.4 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Kane | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 15.6% | 18.6% | 18.6% | 3.0 pts better than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 35.2% | 37.2% | 37.3% | 2.0 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Kane County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Kane County Uninsured Rate Higher Than Illinois State Average
Health data brief for Kane County, Illinois.
The uninsured rate in Kane County is 9.4%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 6.3% and nearly reaches the national average of 10%. Despite this, life expectancy in the county is 79.8 years, exceeding the state average of 76.0 years and the national average of 77 years. Clinical data shows 40 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, lower than the national median of 70. However, mental health provider availability is higher than the national norm, with 394 providers per 100,000 residents compared to a national median of 250. About 16.0% of the population reports poor or fair health, slightly lower than the national average of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Kane 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.
Hospitals near you
Compare all on Medicare.gov →Northwestern Medicine Delnor Community Hospital
ERCopley Memorial Hospital
ERAdvocate Sherman Hospital
EReHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Kane County residents.
Compare Plans →HealthMarkets
Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in Illinois.
Get a Quote →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Kane County, IL?
What is the life expectancy in Kane County?
How does Kane County health compare to the Illinois average?
What health factors affect Kane County?
Is Kane County a healthy place to live?
Why is Kane County healthier than the Illinois average?
Counties with Similar Health Profile
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.