Woodford County Health Data

Woodford County, Illinois

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

82/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.7 yr

State avg 76.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.1%

State avg 6.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

45

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

44

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.8%

State avg 17.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

2.6

per 100K residentsCDC: 44.5 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

2.6

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 Woodford County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureWoodfordState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.3%38.7%37.6%1.4 pts better than state
Diabetes8.6%10.2%11.2%1.6 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure29.6%32.0%33.5%2.4 pts better than state
Depression23.2%23.3%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureWoodfordState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking12.6%15.5%16.3%2.9 pts better than state
Binge Drinking21.3%20.1%17.8%1.2 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity19.3%23.4%27.0%4.1 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureWoodfordState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.0%75.6%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)63.4%60.5%57.3%2.9 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.5%70.6%73.3%3.9 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureWoodfordState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.2%18.6%18.6%1.4 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration33.8%37.2%37.3%3.4 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Woodford County nationally on physical inactivity.

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

Data Story

Woodford County Uninsured Rate Numbers Lower Than State and National Figures

Health data brief for Woodford County, Illinois.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

The uninsured rate in Woodford County is 5.1%, which is lower than the Illinois state figure of 6.3% and significantly lower than the national figure of 10%. The county reports a life expectancy of 78.7 years, exceeding both the state figure of 76.0 years and the national figure of 77 years. Approximately 16.8% of residents report poor or fair health, closely matching the national figure of 17%. Healthcare provider metrics show 45 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio in the county is 44 per 100,000 residents, which is considerably lower than the national median of 250. These numbers represent reported data from the CDC and the HHS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Woodford 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.

Carle Eureka Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(309) 467-2371
101 S Major St, Eureka, IL 61530
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 Woodford County, IL?
Woodford County has a health score of 82/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #15 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 Woodford County?
Life expectancy in Woodford County is 78.7 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making Woodford County above the state average.
How does Woodford County health compare to the Illinois average?
Woodford County's health score of 82/100 is above the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 78.7 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 5.1% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Woodford County?
Key health factors for Woodford County include: life expectancy (78.7 years), uninsured rate (5.1%), and primary care physician access (45:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 44:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Woodford County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 82/100 ("Excellent"), Woodford County is one of the healthier counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.7 years. 5.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Woodford County healthier than the Illinois average?
Woodford County's health score of 82/100 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. Woodford County has better primary care access (45:1 ratio) than the state average (47:1).

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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.