Jasper County Health Data
Jasper County, Iowa
Health Score
88/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
77.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
77.9 yr
State avg 77.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.8%
State avg 5.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
40
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
116
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Jasper County, Iowa
Jasper County matches national health averages
Jasper County's 77.9-year life expectancy outpaces the U.S. average of 76.4 years, reflecting a healthier-than-average population. The county's 13.8% poor or fair health rate significantly beats the national average of 18%, indicating residents enjoy relatively strong self-reported wellness.
Among Iowa's healthiest counties
At 77.9 years, Jasper County exceeds Iowa's state average life expectancy of 77.7 years, placing it in the top tier. Its 13.8% poor or fair health rate is the best we've seen, outperforming nearly all neighboring counties in reported health status.
Leads regional health outcomes
Jasper County's 13.8% poor or fair health rate ranks it as one of the healthiest in this region—better than Jackson County's 16.3% and well ahead of Jefferson County's 17.0%. Its provider density of 40 primary care and 116 mental health professionals per 100K supports accessible local care.
Low uninsured rate protects health
Just 4.8% of Jasper County residents are uninsured, the lowest among Iowa counties profiled here and significantly below the state average of 5.7%. With 40 primary care providers per 100K, residents have reasonable access to preventive and routine care.
Maintain insurance for future health
Jasper County's strong insurance coverage shows what's possible when residents prioritize health access. Visit healthcare.gov or your county health office to verify your coverage and explore options that keep you protected year-round.
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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.