Linn County Health Data

Linn County, Iowa

Health Score

90/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.5 yr

State avg 77.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.3%

State avg 5.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

63

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

311

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Linn County, Iowa

Linn County lives longer than most

At 78.5 years, Linn County residents outlive the U.S. average of 76.4 years by more than two years. Just 13.9% of Linn residents report poor or fair health, beating the national rate of 16.8%. The county's strong life expectancy reflects a healthier population compared to typical American counties.

Above average for Iowa

Linn County's 78.5-year life expectancy exceeds Iowa's state average of 77.7 years by eight months. The county ranks well within Iowa's health landscape, with lower rates of poor health and uninsured residents compared to many rural peers. This positions Linn as one of Iowa's healthier urban-centered counties.

Strong provider access in the region

Linn County has 63 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 311 mental health providers per 100,000—significantly higher than rural neighbors like Marshall County (43 primary, 227 mental health). This robust healthcare workforce means residents typically access care faster than those in surrounding counties.

Healthcare access for nearly all

Just 4.3% of Linn County residents lack health insurance, well below Iowa's 5.7% average and the national uninsured rate of 10.9%. With 63 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, most Linn County residents can find a doctor relatively near home. The county's urban core in Cedar Rapids provides concentrated medical infrastructure.

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Linn County's low uninsured rate shows most residents have coverage, but nearly 1 in 25 still lacks it. Visit Healthcare.gov or IowaInsurance.org to review your plan annually and explore options during open enrollment. Small changes in income or job status can affect your eligibility for subsidies or Medicaid.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Linn County, IA?
Linn County has a health score of 90/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #15 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 Linn County?
Life expectancy in Linn County is 78.5 years. The Iowa state average is 77.7 years, making Linn County above the state average.
How does Linn County health compare to the Iowa average?
Linn County's health score of 90/100 is above the Iowa average of 78/100. Life expectancy is 78.5 years vs. the state average of 77.7 years. The uninsured rate is 4.3% vs. 5.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Linn County?
Key health factors for Linn County include: life expectancy (78.5 years), uninsured rate (4.3%), and primary care physician access (63:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 311:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Linn County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 90/100 ("Excellent"), Linn County is one of the healthier counties in Iowa. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.5 years. 4.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Linn County healthier than the Iowa average?
Linn County's health score of 90/100 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.

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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.