Cedar County Health Data
Cedar County, Iowa
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
92/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
79.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.1 yr
State avg 77.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.5%
State avg 5.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
16
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
60
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
13.9%
State avg 15.8%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
27.1
per 100K residentsCDC: 16.3 per 100K
Dentists
10.9
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
10.9
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 Cedar County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Cedar | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 40.5% | 39.5% | 37.6% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 9.2% | 9.8% | 11.2% | 0.6 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% | 31.1% | 33.5% | 0.9 pts better than state |
| Depression | 22.1% | 21.5% | 24.1% | 0.6 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Cedar | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 15.4% | 16.2% | 16.3% | 0.8 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 23.4% | 22.5% | 17.8% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.6% | 25.1% | 27.0% | 1.5 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Cedar | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 75.1% | 75.1% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 68.4% | 65.6% | 57.3% | 2.8 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 80.5% | 77.4% | 73.3% | 3.1 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Cedar | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 17.7% | 17.8% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 34.6% | 33.7% | 37.3% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Cedar County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Cedar County Primary Care Provider Ratio Far Below National Median
Health data brief for Cedar County, Iowa.
Cedar County reports 16 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, a ratio that is much lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The county also has 60 mental health providers per 100,000, which is lower than the national median of 250. Despite these provider ratios, only 4.5% of the population is uninsured, which is lower than the state average of 5.7% and the national 10% average. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.1 years, exceeding the state average of 77.7 years and the national average of 77 years. Approximately 13.9% of adults in the county report poor or fair health, which is a lower percentage than the 17% national average. These statistics provide a overview of medical access and health indicators for the area. Explore state-level data for comparative trends.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Cedar County, Iowa
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.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Cedar County.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
eHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Cedar County residents.
Compare Plans →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Cedar County, IA?
What is the life expectancy in Cedar County?
How does Cedar County health compare to the Iowa average?
What health factors affect Cedar County?
Is Cedar County a healthy place to live?
Why is Cedar County healthier than the Iowa average?
Counties with Similar Health Profile
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.