Macon County Health Data
Macon County, Illinois
Health Score
62/100
Average
Life Expectancy
74.6 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.6 yr
State avg 76.0 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.4%
State avg 6.3%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
89
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
186
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Macon County, Illinois
Macon lags behind national life expectancy
At 74.6 years, Macon County's life expectancy ranks among the lowest nationally, trailing the U.S. average of 76.4 years by 1.8 years. With 18.6% poor/fair health, residents face health challenges that demand attention despite the presence of Decatur as a regional medical hub.
Below-average health outcomes in state
Macon County's 74.6-year life expectancy is 1.4 years below Illinois's state average of 76.0, placing it among the state's lower performers. This gap suggests the county's health outcomes lag despite urban amenities in Decatur.
Decent providers in county seat
Macon County has 89 primary care providers and 186 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—respectable numbers boosted by Decatur's medical infrastructure. However, rural portions of the county still struggle with provider shortages, creating two-tier access.
Low uninsurance, uneven provider reach
At 5.4%, Macon County ties for the lowest uninsured rate, yet 89 primary care providers per 100K suggests access gaps outside Decatur's urban core. Rural residents may face longer travel times despite the county's aggregate provider numbers.
Verify your coverage works locally
With strong insurance enrollment but uneven provider distribution, verify your plan covers both Decatur-based specialists and rural clinics near you. Visit healthcare.gov to confirm network coverage in your specific area of Macon County.
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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.