Allamakee County Health Data

Allamakee County, Iowa

Health Score

75/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.4 yr

State avg 77.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

State avg 5.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

57

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

28

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Allamakee County, Iowa

Allamakee leads on life expectancy

At 78.4 years, Allamakee County residents live nearly 2 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years and 0.7 years beyond Iowa's state average. However, 15.6% report poor or fair health, suggesting longevity may mask underlying chronic conditions.

Top performer in Iowa rankings

Allamakee ranks among Iowa's healthiest counties by life expectancy, though its 7.7% uninsured rate significantly exceeds the state average of 5.7%. This gap suggests coverage challenges despite good longevity outcomes.

Best life expectancy in its region

At 78.4 years, Allamakee edges neighboring Audubon (79.2, but rural) and substantially outpaces Adair (77.0), Adams (77.6), and Appanoose (75.4). The county's higher uninsured rate (7.7%) stands out as a regional weakness despite strong longevity.

Good providers, rising uninsured rates

Allamakee delivers 57 primary care providers per 100,000 and 28 mental health providers per 100,000, solid capacity for a rural county. Yet the 7.7% uninsured rate—the highest in this comparison—suggests a subset of residents lack regular care access despite available providers.

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Allamakee's higher uninsurance rate points to residents missing out on preventive care and mental health services. Visit Healthcare.gov to explore coverage options, or contact your county health department for assistance navigating financial or eligibility barriers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Allamakee County, IA?
Allamakee County has a health score of 75/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #63 out of 99 counties in Iowa (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 Allamakee County?
Life expectancy in Allamakee County is 78.4 years. The Iowa state average is 77.7 years, making Allamakee County above the state average.
How does Allamakee County health compare to the Iowa average?
Allamakee County's health score of 75/100 is below the Iowa average of 78/100. Life expectancy is 78.4 years vs. the state average of 77.7 years. The uninsured rate is 7.7% vs. 5.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Allamakee County?
Key health factors for Allamakee County include: life expectancy (78.4 years), uninsured rate (7.7%), and primary care physician access (57:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 28:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Allamakee County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 75/100 ("Excellent"), Allamakee County is one of the healthier counties in Iowa. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.4 years. 7.7% 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 Allamakee County?
Allamakee County's health score of 75/100 is below the Iowa average of 78/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.