Audubon County Health Data
Audubon County, Iowa
Health Score
81/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
79.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.2 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
53
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
18
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Audubon County, Iowa
Audubon leads on life expectancy
At 79.2 years, Audubon County achieves the highest life expectancy in this group, nearly 3 years above the U.S. average of 76.4 years and 1.5 years above Iowa's state average. Yet 17.0% report poor or fair health, suggesting some residents face persistent health challenges despite overall county longevity.
Top-ranked Iowa health outcomes
Audubon ranks among Iowa's healthiest counties on life expectancy and matches the state's 5.6% uninsured rate. The combination of high longevity and modest insurance coverage suggests strong community health practices or medical infrastructure.
County longevity champion
At 79.2 years, Audubon leads Allamakee (78.4), Benton (79.2—tied), Adair (77.0), and Adams (77.6) on life expectancy. Its strong performance across a rural region suggests effective health promotion or healthier demographics.
Adequate primary care, limited mental health
Audubon has 53 primary care providers per 100,000 but only 18 mental health providers per 100,000, the lowest mental health capacity in this region. With 5.6% uninsured, most residents can access primary care, but mental health services may require travel or waiting.
Secure insurance for total health
Audubon's strong life expectancy masks a potential mental health access gap; few county providers serve behavioral health. Ensure your insurance covers mental health care and learn where to access specialists beyond the county if needed at Healthcare.gov or through your primary care provider.
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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.