Johnson County Health Data
Johnson County, Iowa
Health Score
95/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
82.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
82.0 yr
State avg 77.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.0%
State avg 5.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
192
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
479
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Johnson County, Iowa
Johnson County leads national health outcomes
At 82.0 years, Johnson County's life expectancy ranks among the nation's best—a remarkable 5.6 years above the U.S. average of 76.4 years. The county's 13.4% poor or fair health rate beats the national average of 18% by a significant margin, indicating a notably healthy population.
Exceptional health for any state measure
Johnson County's 82.0-year life expectancy surpasses Iowa's state average of 77.7 years by 4.3 years—the largest advantage among all profiled counties. Its 13.4% poor or fair health rate ranks among the best in Iowa, reflecting robust population health.
Far outpaces surrounding counties
Johnson County's 82.0-year life expectancy dwarfs neighboring Jones County's 79.8 years and Jackson County's 77.9 years, demonstrating exceptional community health. With 192 primary care providers and 479 mental health professionals per 100K—the highest ratios in the region—Johnson County offers healthcare access unmatched by peers.
Coverage and access set gold standard
Only 5.0% of Johnson County residents lack insurance—below Iowa's 5.7% average—and 192 primary care providers per 100K ensure easy access to routine care. The county's 479 mental health providers per 100K far exceeds state and regional averages, supporting comprehensive mental health services.
Sustain exceptional health outcomes
Johnson County's outstanding health starts with strong insurance coverage and local healthcare access. Review your coverage annually at healthcare.gov to ensure you're maximizing the robust health resources your county offers.
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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.