Hancock County Health Data

Hancock County, Iowa

Health Score

83/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.6 yr

State avg 77.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.7%

State avg 5.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

9

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

47

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hancock County, Iowa

Hancock outlives the nation

At 78.6 years, Hancock County residents live nearly a year longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years. The county's 15.9% poor or fair health rate also sits below the national average of 18%, suggesting residents here experience better overall health outcomes than most Americans.

Top health outcomes in Iowa

Hancock County ranks among Iowa's healthiest, with a life expectancy of 78.6 years compared to the state average of 77.7 years. This 0.9-year advantage reflects strong community health management and preventive care practices across the county.

Stronger than surrounding counties

Hancock's 78.6-year life expectancy outpaces neighboring Hardin County (77.3 years) and Howard County (77.7 years). The county also leads in health perception, with only 15.9% reporting poor or fair health versus 17% in Hardin.

Access gaps despite good health

Just 5.7% of Hancock residents lack health insurance, matching Iowa's state average, but primary care is scarce at only 9 providers per 100,000 residents—well below the state median. Mental health providers are more available at 47 per 100,000, yet residents may travel far for routine medical care.

Stay covered in Hancock County

With nearly all Hancock residents insured, health coverage is strong here—but don't let gaps emerge. Visit healthcare.gov or contact the Iowa Department of Human Services to confirm your coverage and explore options if circumstances change.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hancock County, IA?
Hancock County has a health score of 83/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #38 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 Hancock County?
Life expectancy in Hancock County is 78.6 years. The Iowa state average is 77.7 years, making Hancock County above the state average.
How does Hancock County health compare to the Iowa average?
Hancock County's health score of 83/100 is above the Iowa average of 78/100. Life expectancy is 78.6 years vs. the state average of 77.7 years. The uninsured rate is 5.7% vs. 5.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Hancock County?
Key health factors for Hancock County include: life expectancy (78.6 years), uninsured rate (5.7%), and primary care physician access (9:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 47:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hancock County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 83/100 ("Excellent"), Hancock County is one of the healthier counties in Iowa. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.6 years. 5.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Hancock County healthier than the Iowa average?
Hancock County's health score of 83/100 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. Hancock County has better primary care access (9:1 ratio) than the state average (54:1).

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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.