Scott County Health Data
Scott County, Illinois
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
78/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
75.6 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.6 yr
State avg 76.0 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.9%
State avg 6.3%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Poor / Fair Health
14.6%
State avg 17.9%
National avg 19.6%
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 Scott County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Scott | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 38.3% | 38.7% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 9.4% | 10.2% | 11.2% | 0.8 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% | 32.0% | 33.5% | 1.3 pts better than state |
| Depression | 24.3% | 23.3% | 24.1% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Scott | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 15.4% | 15.5% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% | 20.1% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.3% | 23.4% | 27.0% | 1.1 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Scott | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 75.4% | 75.6% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 66.2% | 60.5% | 57.3% | 5.7 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 68.6% | 70.6% | 73.3% | 2.0 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Scott | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 18.8% | 18.6% | 18.6% | near state average |
| 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 Scott 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
Scott County Uninsured Rate Significantly Lower Than State Average
Health data brief for Scott County, Illinois.
Only 4.9% of residents in Scott County are uninsured, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 6.3% and less than half of the 10% national average. The county also shows a poor or fair health rate of 14.6%, which is lower than the national average of 17%. Life expectancy in the county is 75.6 years, which is just below the state average of 76.0 years and the national average of 77 years. Statistical data for primary care providers and mental health providers in Scott County was not available in the current report. These figures represent a look at the county's health outcomes compared to state and national benchmarks. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Scott 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
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Scott County.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
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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.