Fremont County Health Data
Fremont County, Iowa
Health Score
84/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
76.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.3 yr
State avg 77.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.7%
State avg 5.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
15
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
31
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Fremont County, Iowa
Life expectancy below U.S. average but improving
Fremont County residents live 76.3 years on average, about 2.6 years shy of the U.S. life expectancy of 78.9 years. Only 13.2% of adults report poor or fair health—one of the best rates in the region—suggesting residents perceive themselves as relatively healthy despite the lower lifespan. This disconnect may reflect undiagnosed chronic conditions or sudden mortality risks like accidents or suicide.
Below state average but solid health perceptions
Fremont County's 76.3-year life expectancy trails Iowa's 77.7-year average by 1.4 years, though its 13.2% poor/fair health rate places it among the state's better performers. This mismatch suggests residents maintain relatively good health behaviors or access preventive care, even if underlying mortality risks persist. Continued focus on health maintenance could help narrow the life expectancy gap.
Regional health performance varies widely
Fremont's 76.3-year life expectancy is slightly above Franklin County (75.9 years) but trails most other neighbors, while its 13.2% poor/fair health rate is among the region's best. The county represents a mixed picture: residents report good health subjectively, but objective lifespan measures lag, hinting at hidden risks or acute events rather than chronic disease burden.
Limited primary care, low uninsured rate
Fremont County has only 15 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, below the regional average, yet a strong 4.7% uninsured rate (the lowest in the region) suggests most residents can access care when they find it. Mental health providers at 31 per 100K are also sparse, potentially leaving residents with emotional health needs underserved despite adequate insurance coverage.
Keep coverage strong for your family
With just 4.7% of Fremont County residents uninsured—the lowest rate in the region—most households already have insurance protection. Maintain your coverage by reviewing your plan each year at Healthcare.gov and report any life changes to ensure your family stays protected against unexpected health costs.
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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.