Williamson County Health Data

Williamson County, Illinois

Health Score

68/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.5 yr

State avg 76.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.0%

State avg 6.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

79

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

490

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Williamson County, Illinois

Williamson exceeds national life expectancy

Williamson County residents live an average of 75.5 years, just below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. At 18% poor/fair health, the county matches the national average exactly, placing it firmly in the middle of the health outcomes spectrum.

Williamson outperforms state averages

With a life expectancy of 75.5 years, Williamson County trails Illinois' state average of 76.0 years by just half a year. The county's 18% poor/fair health rate is better than state averages, reflecting solid health management across the population.

Strong healthcare resources, upper-tier outcomes

Williamson County ties Whiteside County at 75.5 years life expectancy and outpaces White County (73.5) by two years. The county boasts exceptional provider density: 79 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and an outstanding 490 mental health providers per 100K—the highest in this comparison.

Excellent coverage and exceptional provider access

Williamson County's 5.0% uninsured rate is the lowest among these counties and significantly below the state average of 6.3%. With the region's strongest provider density—particularly 490 mental health providers per 100K—residents enjoy unmatched access to both primary and behavioral health care.

Leverage abundant health resources

Williamson County residents have exceptional healthcare infrastructure at their fingertips—make the most of it by scheduling regular check-ups and mental health screenings. If uninsured, take advantage of the county's robust provider network to find affordable care options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Williamson County, IL?
Williamson County has a health score of 68/100, rated "Average." It ranks #44 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 Williamson County?
Life expectancy in Williamson County is 75.5 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making Williamson County below the state average.
How does Williamson County health compare to the Illinois average?
Williamson County's health score of 68/100 is above the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 75.5 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 5.0% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Williamson County?
Key health factors for Williamson County include: life expectancy (75.5 years), uninsured rate (5.0%), and primary care physician access (79:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 490:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Williamson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 68/100 ("Average"), Williamson County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.5 years. 5.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Williamson County healthier than the Illinois average?
Williamson County's health score of 68/100 exceeds the Illinois average of 66/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.