Pike County Health Data

Pike County, Illinois

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

54/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.6 yr

State avg 76.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.9%

State avg 6.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

62

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

105

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.2%

State avg 17.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

41.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 61.6 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

13.7

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 Pike County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasurePikeState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.7%38.7%37.6%2.0 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.4%10.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure32.9%32.0%33.5%0.9 pts worse than state
Depression24.8%23.3%24.1%1.5 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasurePikeState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.4%15.5%16.3%1.9 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking19.9%20.1%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity25.1%23.4%27.0%1.7 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasurePikeState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.2%75.6%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)59.2%60.5%57.3%1.3 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)69.5%70.6%73.3%1.1 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasurePikeState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.6%18.6%18.6%1.0 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 Pike County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Pike County Life Expectancy Measures Shorter Than State and National Averages

Health data brief for Pike County, Illinois.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Pike County is 74.6 years, which is shorter than the Illinois state average of 76.0 years and more than two years lower than the national average of 77 years. The county also shows a different insurance profile than the state, with an uninsured rate of 7.9% compared to the 6.3% state average, though this remains lower than the 10% national average. Self-reported health data indicates that 18.2% of residents describe their health as poor or fair, slightly higher than the national 17% mark. Healthcare provider ratios in the county trail national medians, with 62 primary care providers per 100,000 people versus a median of 70, and 105 mental health providers per 100,000 residents compared to a median of 250. These data points provide a statistical overview of county health without inferring reasons for the differences. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Pike 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.

Illini Community Hospital

ER
3/5
(217) 285-2113
640 W Washington, Pittsfield, IL 62363
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 Pike County, IL?
Pike County has a health score of 54/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #83 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 Pike County?
Life expectancy in Pike County is 74.6 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making Pike County below the state average.
How does Pike County health compare to the Illinois average?
Pike County's health score of 54/100 is below the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 74.6 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 7.9% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Pike County?
Key health factors for Pike County include: life expectancy (74.6 years), uninsured rate (7.9%), and primary care physician access (62:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 105:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Pike County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 54/100 ("Below Average"), Pike County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.6 years. 7.9% 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 Pike County?
Pike County's health score of 54/100 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.