Lucas County Health Data
Lucas County, Iowa
Health Score
69/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.0 yr
State avg 77.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.4%
State avg 5.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
103
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
114
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Lucas County, Iowa
Lucas County lags on life expectancy
At 76.0 years, Lucas County residents live roughly 2.4 years less than the U.S. average of 76.4 years, and 1.7 years below Iowa's state average. The county's 18.2% poor/fair health rate also exceeds the national average of 16.8%. These metrics point to significant health challenges in this rural community.
Among Iowa's shortest lifespans
Lucas County's 76.0-year life expectancy ranks among the lowest in Iowa, trailing the state average of 77.7 years by nearly two years. The county struggles with health outcomes relative to its peers across the state. This gap demands urgent attention to chronic disease prevention and healthcare access.
Mixed provider landscape
Lucas County has 103 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the highest among its neighbors—but only 114 mental health providers per 100,000. This abundance of primary care providers hasn't yet translated to dramatically better health outcomes, suggesting barriers beyond provider availability. Rural transportation and poverty likely play significant roles.
Uninsured rate near state average
Lucas County's 5.4% uninsured rate closely mirrors Iowa's 5.7% average, so coverage isn't the primary barrier to care. Despite abundant primary care providers—103 per 100,000—health outcomes remain poor, suggesting residents face obstacles like income, transportation, or health literacy. Multiple factors beyond physician supply shape Lucas County's health crisis.
Coverage is just the start
Most Lucas County residents have health insurance, but 1 in 18 still lack it—visit Healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 for coverage options. If you're covered, schedule preventive care with one of Lucas County's abundant primary care providers to catch problems early. Regular checkups matter most in communities facing health challenges.
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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.