Appanoose County Health Data
Appanoose County, Iowa
Health Score
67/100
Average
Life Expectancy
75.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.4 yr
State avg 77.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.6%
State avg 5.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
65
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
124
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Appanoose County, Iowa
Appanoose struggles with health outcomes
At 75.4 years, Appanoose County life expectancy falls 1 full year below the U.S. average of 76.4 years and 2.3 years below Iowa's 77.7-year state average. With 17.8% in poor or fair health—the highest in this group—the county faces significant health challenges.
Among Iowa's lowest life expectancy
Appanoose ranks near the bottom of Iowa counties on life expectancy and near the top on poor health prevalence. The 5.6% uninsured rate mirrors the state average, suggesting coverage is not the primary barrier to care.
Significant gap behind peers
Appanoose's 75.4-year life expectancy trails every neighboring county: Allamakee (78.4), Audubon (79.2), Adair (77.0), and Adams (77.6) by 2–4 years. The county's poor health trend diverges sharply from regional patterns.
Strong mental health resources, overlooked opportunities
Appanoose boasts 65 primary care providers and an exceptional 124 mental health providers per 100,000—the highest mental health capacity in the region. Despite these resources, the 17.8% poor/fair health rate suggests barriers beyond availability, including access, affordability, or health literacy.
Use available mental health services
Appanoose's exceptional mental health provider network (124 per 100,000) signals county investment in behavioral care—a vital tool for improving overall health. If you're struggling, contact your primary care provider or the county health department to connect with mental health services today.
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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.