Saline County Health Data

Saline County, Illinois

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

49/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.5 yr

State avg 76.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.3%

State avg 6.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

64

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

389

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

20.0%

State avg 17.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

55.6

per 100K residentsCDC: 64.3 per 100K

Dentists

4.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

25.7

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 Saline County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSalineState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.1%38.7%37.6%1.4 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.6%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

MeasureSalineState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.1%15.5%16.3%1.6 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking20.2%20.1%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity24.4%23.4%27.0%1.0 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSalineState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.5%75.6%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)56.5%60.5%57.3%4.0 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)65.4%70.6%73.3%5.2 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureSalineState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.7%18.6%18.6%1.1 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration39.3%37.2%37.3%2.1 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Saline County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

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

Data Story

Saline County Life Expectancy Trails National and State Averages

Health data brief for Saline County, Illinois.

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

Life expectancy in Saline County is 72.5 years, a figure notably lower than the national average of 77 years and the Illinois state average of 76.0 years. This gap exists alongside a poor or fair health rate of 20.0%, which is higher than the national average of 17%. While health outcomes show these variances, the county’s uninsured rate matches the state average at 6.3% and is lower than the 10% national average. Provider availability includes 64 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is near the national median of 70, and 389 mental health providers per 100,000, which exceeds the national median of 250. These statistics compare local health metrics against regional and national benchmarks. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Saline 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.

Harrisburg Medical Center

ER
2/5
(618) 253-7671
100 Doctor Warren Tuttle Dr, Harrisburg, IL 62946
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Other

Ferrell Hospital Community Foundations

ER
1/5
(618) 273-3361
1201 Pine Street, Eldorado, IL 62930
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 Saline County, IL?
Saline County has a health score of 49/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #94 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 Saline County?
Life expectancy in Saline County is 72.5 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making Saline County below the state average.
How does Saline County health compare to the Illinois average?
Saline County's health score of 49/100 is below the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 72.5 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 6.3% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Saline County?
Key health factors for Saline County include: life expectancy (72.5 years), uninsured rate (6.3%), and primary care physician access (64:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 389:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Saline County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 49/100 ("Below Average"), Saline County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.5 years. 6.3% 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 Saline County?
Saline County's health score of 49/100 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.