Randolph County Health Data

Randolph County, Illinois

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

59/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

State avg 76.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

State avg 6.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

158

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.8%

State avg 17.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

23.2

per 100K residentsCDC: 46.4 per 100K

Dentists

6.6

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

13.3

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 Randolph County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureRandolphState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.1%38.7%37.6%near state average
Diabetes10.5%10.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure33.7%32.0%33.5%1.7 pts worse than state
Depression22.9%23.3%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureRandolphState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.8%15.5%16.3%1.3 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking20.3%20.1%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity24.6%23.4%27.0%1.2 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureRandolphState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.2%75.6%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)58.9%60.5%57.3%1.6 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)70.9%70.6%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureRandolphState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.1%18.6%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration38.5%37.2%37.3%1.3 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Randolph County nationally on high blood pressure.

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

Data Story

Randolph County Primary Care Provider Access Trails National Median

Health data brief for Randolph County, Illinois.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Randolph County reports 46 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70. Similarly, the mental health provider ratio is 158 per 100,000, which is below the national median of 250. Life expectancy in the county is 75.8 years, slightly shorter than the state average of 76.0 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate stands at 7.3%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 6.3% but lower than the national 10% average. Approximately 18.8% of residents describe their health as poor or fair, a rate that is higher than the national average of 17%. This summary provides raw data comparisons to state and national norms and does not suggest reasons for these statistical variations. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Randolph 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.

Red Bud Regional Hospital

ER
4/5
(618) 282-3831
325 Spring Street, Red Bud, IL 62278
Critical Access HospitalsProprietary

Sparta Community Hospital

ER
3/5
(618) 443-2177
818 E Broadway, Sparta, IL 62286
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Memorial Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(618) 826-4581
1900 State St, Chester, IL 62233
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

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 Randolph County, IL?
Randolph County has a health score of 59/100, rated "Average." It ranks #72 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 Randolph County?
Life expectancy in Randolph County is 75.8 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making Randolph County below the state average.
How does Randolph County health compare to the Illinois average?
Randolph County's health score of 59/100 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 7.3% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Randolph County?
Key health factors for Randolph County include: life expectancy (75.8 years), uninsured rate (7.3%), and primary care physician access (46:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 158:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Randolph County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 59/100 ("Average"), Randolph County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.8 years. 7.3% 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 Randolph County?
Randolph County's health score of 59/100 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.