Carroll County Health Data

Carroll County, Iowa

Health Score

85/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

State avg 77.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.6%

State avg 5.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

87

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

156

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Carroll County, Iowa

Carroll County's life expectancy edges above national

At 77.9 years, Carroll County trails the U.S. average of 78.9 years by one year, placing residents just below national longevity benchmarks. The 15.5% poor/fair health rate sits slightly above the national 15.1%, suggesting health outcomes closely aligned with broader American patterns.

Strongest primary care access in Iowa study

Carroll County's 77.9-year life expectancy slightly exceeds Iowa's 77.7 state average, and the county shines with 87 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the highest in this study. This robust infrastructure supports the county's relatively low 4.6% uninsured rate and strong healthcare access.

Iowa's primary care powerhouse

Carroll's 87 primary care providers per 100,000 residents far exceed Bremer (48), Buena Vista (53), and all other nearby counties, making it a regional healthcare hub. Life expectancy of 77.9 years reflects this infrastructure, though it still trails some neighbors like Bremer at 79.7.

Excellent access across primary and mental care

Carroll County residents enjoy not only the state's highest primary care capacity but also strong mental health support with 156 providers per 100,000 residents. With just 4.6% uninsured—the lowest in this study—Carroll's infrastructure translates directly into accessible, affordable care for nearly every resident.

Carroll's coverage leadership model

Carroll County's 4.6% uninsured rate shows what strong community commitment looks like, but even that small segment deserves coverage. Healthcare.gov and Iowa Medicaid ensure the remaining uninsured gain access to Carroll's abundant provider network.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Carroll County, IA?
Carroll County has a health score of 85/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #29 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 Carroll County?
Life expectancy in Carroll County is 77.9 years. The Iowa state average is 77.7 years, making Carroll County above the state average.
How does Carroll County health compare to the Iowa average?
Carroll County's health score of 85/100 is above the Iowa average of 78/100. Life expectancy is 77.9 years vs. the state average of 77.7 years. The uninsured rate is 4.6% vs. 5.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Carroll County?
Key health factors for Carroll County include: life expectancy (77.9 years), uninsured rate (4.6%), and primary care physician access (87:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 156:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Carroll County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 85/100 ("Excellent"), Carroll County is one of the healthier counties in Iowa. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.9 years. 4.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Carroll County healthier than the Iowa average?
Carroll County's health score of 85/100 exceeds the Iowa average of 78/100. 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.