St. Clair County Health Data

St. Clair County, Illinois

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

64/100

Average

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

State avg 76.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.3%

State avg 6.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

59

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

189

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.6%

State avg 17.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

26.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 58.9 per 100K

Dentists

4.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

7.5

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 St. Clair County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSt. ClairState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.6%38.7%37.6%near state average
Diabetes11.2%10.2%11.2%1.0 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure35.1%32.0%33.5%3.1 pts worse than state
Depression21.6%23.3%24.1%1.7 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureSt. ClairState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.3%15.5%16.3%1.2 pts better than state
Binge Drinking18.7%20.1%17.8%1.4 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity24.0%23.4%27.0%0.6 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSt. ClairState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup78.3%75.6%74.9%2.7 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)61.7%60.5%57.3%1.2 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.7%70.6%73.3%5.1 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureSt. ClairState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.0%18.6%18.6%0.6 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration38.8%37.2%37.3%1.6 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare St. Clair 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

St. Clair County Life Expectancy Lower Than Illinois State Average

Health data brief for St. Clair County, Illinois.

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

In St. Clair County, life expectancy is 74.1 years, which is lower than both the Illinois state average of 76.0 years and the national average of 77 years. The county reports that 17.6% of adults are in poor or fair health, a figure slightly above the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in the county is 5.3%, which is lower than the state average of 6.3% and significantly lower than the national average of 10%. Regarding healthcare access, the county has 59 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 70, and 189 mental health providers per 100,000, which is below the national median of 250. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in St. Clair 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.

Memorial Hospital

ER
5/5
(618) 233-7750
4500 Memorial Drive, Belleville, IL 62226
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Hshs St Elizabeth's Hospital

ER
4/5
(618) 234-2120
One St Elizabeth Boulevard, O Fallon, IL 62269
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Church

Touchette Regional Hospital Inc

ER
Not rated by CMS
(618) 332-3060
5900 Bond Avenue, Centreville, IL 62207
Acute Care 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 St. Clair County, IL?
St. Clair County has a health score of 64/100, rated "Average." It ranks #58 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 St. Clair County?
Life expectancy in St. Clair County is 74.1 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making St. Clair County below the state average.
How does St. Clair County health compare to the Illinois average?
St. Clair County's health score of 64/100 is below the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 74.1 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 5.3% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect St. Clair County?
Key health factors for St. Clair County include: life expectancy (74.1 years), uninsured rate (5.3%), and primary care physician access (59:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 189:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is St. Clair County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 64/100 ("Average"), St. Clair County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.1 years. 5.3% 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 St. Clair County?
St. Clair County's health score of 64/100 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.